Which Indian river project term is correctly associated with classification or identity “a multipurpose project on the Narmada River”, and also with “the dam is located in Gujarat near Kevadia”?
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Correct Answer: Option A — Sardar Sarovar Project. Sardar Sarovar Project is correctly identified as a multipurpose project on the Narmada River. Sardar Sarovar Project is also associated with the dam is located in Gujarat near Kevadia. Another identifying fact about Sardar Sarovar Project is that Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan are associated project states. A further exam-relevant fact about Sardar Sarovar Project is that its benefits include irrigation, drinking water and power. Why the other options are incorrect: Option B — Tehri Project: Tehri Project is a multipurpose project on the Bhagirathi River. Tehri Project is also associated with Tehri Dam is located in Uttarakhand. Option C — Rihand Project: Rihand Project is a river project on the Rihand, a tributary of the Son. Rihand Project is also associated with Rihand Dam is in Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh. Option D — Tungabhadra Project: Tungabhadra Project is a multipurpose project on the Tungabhadra River. Tungabhadra Project is also associated with the dam is near Hosapete in Karnataka. Exam Takeaway: Connect Sardar Sarovar Project with “a multipurpose project on the Narmada River” and “the dam is located in Gujarat near Kevadia” for revision.