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What is the main purpose of building dams?
What is the main purpose of building dams?
- To generate electricity
- To create swimming areas
- To block flowing water
- To control rivers and create ponds/lakes (correct)
Where is the Koyna Dam located?
Where is the Koyna Dam located?
- Egypt
- Spain
- Maharashtra (correct)
- Uttarakhand
Which ancient civilization built a dam almost 5,000 years ago?
Which ancient civilization built a dam almost 5,000 years ago?
- Indians
- Egyptians (correct)
- Greeks
- Romans
What do dams help to prevent in rivers?
What do dams help to prevent in rivers?
Which dam is considered the tallest and biggest in India?
Which dam is considered the tallest and biggest in India?