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    Question

    Where is the Kallanai Dam, the oldest dam in India,

    located?
    A Uttarakhand Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Himachal Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Jammu and Kashmir Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Tamil Nadu Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Kallanai Dam, also known as the Grand Anicut, is located in Tamil Nadu and is the oldest dam in India. Built across the Kaveri River by the Chola king Karikala in the 2nd century CE, it is still in use today for irrigation purposes.

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