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Amarkantak is regarded as the place of origin of which river?

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This town in Madhya Pradesh gives rise to a major west flowing river.
Updated On: Jul 16, 2026
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The correct answer is the Narmada river.

  • Amarkantak lies in the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh.
  • The Narmada rises here and travels roughly 1300 kilometers.
  • Unlike most Indian rivers, it flows westward into the Arabian Sea.
  • The town is an important pilgrimage site because of this river.
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