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Which of the following pairs are correctly matched? Waterfalls River1. Kapildhara Falls : Godavari2. Jog Falls : Sharavathi3. Shivasamudram Falls : CauverySelect the correct answer using the code given below:Codes:

a1 and 2 only
b2 and 3 only
c1 and 3 only
d1, 2 and 3
✓ Correct answer: b) 2 and 3 only
ExplanationPair 1 is incorrectly matched : Kapildhara Falls is l situated on the Narmada River located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India.It is named after sage Kapila who is believed to have meditated here.Pair 2 is correctly matched : Jog Falls on Sharavathi River is located in Shivamogga district, Karnataka..This impressive waterfall is formed by the Sharavathi River plunging down a deep gorge.It is also called “Gerusoppa Falls” or “Jogada Gundi”.Pair 3 is correctly matched: Shivasamudram Falls is another well-known waterfall in Karnataka, is correctly associated with the Cauvery River.This waterfall is not only a natural spectacle but also a source of hydroelectric power.359

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