Over which state in India does the Mahanadi basin NOT extend?

Uttar Pradesh

The correct answer is Option 2- Uttar Pradesh

The Mahanadi basin extends over the states of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Jharkhand. It does NOT extend over the state of Uttar Pradesh.

The Mahanadi basin is the third largest river basin in India, after the Ganga and the Godavari. It covers an area of over 141,000 square kilometers (54,000 sq mi).

The Mahanadi River originates in the Maikala Hills of Chhattisgarh and flows through Odisha before draining into the Bay of Bengal. The river is a major source of irrigation and drinking water for millions of people in the region.

Uttar Pradesh is located in the northern part of India, while the Mahanadi basin is located in the eastern part of the country. The two states are separated by the Vindhya Mountains.