<p><strong>UPSC Prelims 2022 Question:</strong></p>
<p>Gandikota canyon of South India was created by which one of the following rivers?</p>
<p>a) Cauvery</p>
<p>b) Manjira</p>
<p>c) Pennar</p>
<p>d) Tungabhadra</p>
<h2>Correct Answer: Option c) Pennar</h2>
<p>Learn more about Gandikota Canyon in the given explanation below.</p>
<p><strong>Explanation:</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Gandikota canyon</strong> is in the Kadappa district of <strong>Andhra Pradesh</strong>. The gorge is a stunning maze of jagged rocks layered in shades of red. <strong>The stunning gorge has been created by the waters of the famous river Pennar that streams from the Erramala hills</strong>. The area is now known as the Grand Canyon of India because of its resemblance to the famous US landmark. It's also home to two ancient temples and a 12th Century fort that sits atop the hills surrounding the gorge.</li>
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<p><strong>Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.</strong></p>
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Gandikota Canyon of South India was created by which one of the following rivers?

Correct Answer: Option c) Pennar