Big Dams


 
 
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Big Dams

Dams:

They are the barriers constructed across rivers to hold the water. These are large reservoirs of water, that ensures the storage of adequate water for different uses.

Purpose and Uses of Dams:

Water stored in dams can be used for different purposes are given below:

1.  For irrigation.

2.  For the generation of electricity (hydroelectric power).

3.  To control floods as dams store water during rainy season.

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Question : 1

A dam is built with a view to ___________________

Right Option : C
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Question : 2

Floods can be prevented by ________________

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

Bhagra dam is build in _____________ state in India.

Right Option : C
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