Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Tehri Dam - Maharashtra.
· The Tehri Dam is not located in Maharashtra; it is actually in the state of Uttarakhand.
· It is one of the tallest dams(260.5 meters) in the world and is built on the Bhagirathi River.
· The dam is a major source of hydroelectric power, irrigation, and drinking water for the surrounding regions.
The other pairs are correctly matched:
· Hirakud Dam is located in Odisha and is one of the longest dams in the world, built on the Mahanadi River.
· Sardar Sarovar Dam is in Gujarat and is part of the Narmada Valley Project, providing water to several states.
· Bhakra Dam is located on the Sutlej River at the border of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, and it is one of India's largest dams, providing both irrigation and hydroelectric power.
Additional Knowledge:
· Maharashtra is home to several significant dams like Koyna Dam, which plays an important role in power generation and water supply in the state.