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The longest dam in Asia is _________.

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Hirakud Dam
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Bhakra Dam
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Nagarjuna Saga Dam
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Thungabhadra Dam
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Solution

The correct option is A Hirakud Dam
Hirakud dam is built across Mahanadi river, about 15 km from Sambalpur in Odisha. It is the longest major earthen dam in Asia, measuring 25.8 km including dykes, and stands across the river Mahanadi.

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