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Statewise GK · Q139

Tamil Nadu GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 139

Q139

Who built Bhavani dam?

A.
K. Kamaraja
B.
John Pennycuick
C.
Kongalvan
Answer
D.
None of these

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Kodiveri dam is located on the Bhavani River near Gobichettipalayam in Western Tamil Nadu. The dam is situated along the State Highway 15 about 15 km (9.3 mi) from Gobichettipalayam towards Sathyamangalam. It was constructed by Kongalvan in the year 1125 CE.