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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?
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Which dam is considered the tallest and biggest in India?
Which dam is considered the tallest and biggest in India?
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