GK
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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The main objective of multi-purpose river projects are
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extension of irrigation facilities by constructing dams to store surplus water during the rainy season, for release in summer
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power generation by constructing hydro power stations
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flood controls and making rivers navigable
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The objectives of Multi-purpose river valley projects are : (i) to control flood. (ii) check soil erosion. (iii) provide water for irrigation.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Damodar Valley Multipurpose Project scheme was formulated to prevent floods and to supply hydro-electric power to Bihar and West Bengal. It also aimed to provide a canal for navigation and to supply water for irrigation.
Detailed explanation-3: -1) Multi-purpose projects require a large area to be set-up. 2) They produce problems in the natural water flow. 3)When water is released under great pressure it floods the entire area. 4)The collected water in dams solidifies the soil and increases the water level.
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