**Question:** Consider the following statements: (1) Tel is a right bank tributary of Mahanadi. (2) The delta of the Godavari river is lobate type. (3) Bhima river originates from Raj Mahal Hills. (4) The Penganga river is 300 km long and rises from Satpura Hills. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
**Options:**
(A) (1) and (2) only
(B) (1) and (3) only
(C) (2) and (4) only
(D) (1) and (4) only
**Correct Answer:** A
**Explanation:** Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Tel is a right bank tributary of Mahanadi, and Godavari delta is lobate type.
*Published: September 05, 2025 at 10:41 AM*
*Tags: HPAS 2024, Prelims, General Studies, Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service*