Which Indian river project term is correctly associated with classification or identity “a multipurpose project in the Damodar basin”, and also with “it operates mainly across Jharkhand and West Bengal”?

Correct Answer: Option A — Damodar Valley Project. Damodar Valley Project is correctly identified as a multipurpose project in the Damodar basin. Damodar Valley Project is also associated with it operates mainly across Jharkhand and West Bengal. Another identifying fact about Damodar Valley Project is that Damodar Valley Corporation was established in 1948. A further exam-relevant fact about Damodar Valley Project is that its functions include flood control, irrigation and power generation. Why the other options are incorrect: Option B — Hirakud Project: Hirakud Project is a multipurpose project on the Mahanadi River. Hirakud Project is also associated with Hirakud Dam is near Sambalpur in Odisha. Option C — Nagarjuna Sagar Project: Nagarjuna Sagar Project is a major multipurpose project on the Krishna River. Nagarjuna Sagar Project is also associated with the dam lies on the Telangana-Andhra Pradesh boundary region. Option D — Sardar Sarovar Project: Sardar Sarovar Project is a multipurpose project on the Narmada River. Sardar Sarovar Project is also associated with the dam is located in Gujarat near Kevadia. Exam Takeaway: Connect Damodar Valley Project with “a multipurpose project in the Damodar basin” and “it operates mainly across Jharkhand and West Bengal” for revision.