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Which Indian river project term is correctly associated with important geographical fact “Gobind Sagar is the reservoir behind Bhakra Dam”, and also with “a multipurpose river-valley project on the Sutlej”?

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ADamodar Valley Project
BHirakud Project
CNagarjuna Sagar Project
DBhakra Nangal Project
Correct Answer: Bhakra Nangal ProjectYour Answer: D

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option D — Bhakra Nangal Project. Bhakra Nangal Project is correctly identified as Gobind Sagar is the reservoir behind Bhakra Dam. Bhakra Nangal Project is also associated with a multipurpose river-valley project on the Sutlej. Another identifying fact about Bhakra Nangal Project is that it supplies irrigation and power to Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. A further exam-relevant fact about Bhakra Nangal Project is that Gobind Sagar is the reservoir behind Bhakra Dam. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Damodar Valley Project: Damodar Valley Project is its functions include flood control, irrigation and power generation. Damodar Valley Project is also associated with a multipurpose project in the Damodar basin. Option B — Hirakud Project: Hirakud Project is flood moderation in the Mahanadi delta is an important objective. Hirakud Project is also associated with a multipurpose project on the Mahanadi River. Option C — Nagarjuna Sagar Project: Nagarjuna Sagar Project is hydroelectric power generation is another project function. Nagarjuna Sagar Project is also associated with a major multipurpose project on the Krishna River. Exam Takeaway: Connect Bhakra Nangal Project with “Gobind Sagar is the reservoir behind Bhakra Dam” and “a multipurpose river-valley project on the Sutlej” for revision.

Important Notes

  • Bhakra Nangal Project is a multipurpose river-valley project on the Sutlej.
  • Source or location: Bhakra Dam is located in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh.
  • Basin or course: it supplies irrigation and power to Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan.
  • Important association: Gobind Sagar is the reservoir behind Bhakra Dam.
  • Bhakra Nangal Project should not be confused with Damodar Valley Project, which is a multipurpose project in the Damodar basin.

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