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What is called a shallow stretch of river that may be crossed on feet.?

Explanation:

ANS. (A) 
A ford is a shallow place with good footing where a river or stream may be crossed by wading or inside a vehicle. A ford is mostly a natural phenomenon, in contrast to a low water crossing, which is an artificial bridge that allows crossing a river or stream when water is low.

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