Two important rivers - one with its sources in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha - merge at a place only a short distance from the coast of bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. this is an imp

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Q: 12 (IAS/2011)
Two important rivers - one with its sources in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha - merge at a place only a short distance from the coast of bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. this is an important site of wildlife and biodiversity and a protected area.
Which one of the following could be this ?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

IAS

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{'important rivers': [0, 0, 1, 1], 'odisha': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'jharkhand': [1, 0, 0, 4], 'gopalpur': [0, 0, 3, 1], 'bengal': [2, 0, 1, 2], 'chandipur': [0, 0, 2, 4], 'bhitarkanika': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'sea': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'biodiversity': [2, 0, 2, 9], 'important site': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'wildlife': [1, 0, 0, 2], 'area': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The place described in the question is most likely the Bhitarkanika National Park, which is a protected area located in the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India. The two rivers that merge at this place are the Brahmani and Baitarani rivers, with the latter having its sources in Jharkhand and is known as the Vaitarani river in Odisha.

Bhitarkanika is an important site of wildlife and biodiversity, home to a variety of flora and fauna, including several endangered species such as saltwater crocodiles, Indian python, and white-bellied sea eagles. It is also known for its mangrove forests and is a designated Ramsar site, indicating its international importance as a wetland habitat.

Therefore, the correct answer is Bhitarkanika.