Importance of Dams in Water Management
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What is the purpose of building dams?

  • To create obstacles for boats in the river
  • To increase the flow of water in rivers
  • To prevent rivers from flooding and save water (correct)
  • To waste excess water during heavy rains
  • What happens to the extra water during heavy rains without a dam?

  • It flows away unused (correct)
  • It is collected for drinking water
  • It is used for boating and swimming
  • It irrigates the fields automatically
  • What is the main function of turbines in a dam?

  • Storing excess water during heavy rains
  • Controlling the water flow in the reservoir
  • Acting as bird sanctuaries
  • Running the generators to produce electricity (correct)
  • What is the name of the reservoir over the River Sutlej in Punjab?

    <p>Gobind Sagar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Indian states rely on the Bhakra Nangal dam for water and hydroelectric power?

    <p>Punjab and Haryana</p> Signup and view all the answers

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