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Which Indian river project term is correctly associated with important geographical fact “its benefits include irrigation, drinking water and power”, and also with “a multipurpose project on the Narmada River”?

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ATehri Project
BRihand Project
CTungabhadra Project
DSardar Sarovar Project
Correct Answer: Sardar Sarovar ProjectYour Answer: D

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option D — Sardar Sarovar Project. Sardar Sarovar Project is correctly identified as its benefits include irrigation, drinking water and power. Sardar Sarovar Project is also associated with a multipurpose project on the Narmada River. 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 A — Tehri Project: Tehri Project is the project supports hydropower, irrigation and drinking-water supply. Tehri Project is also associated with a multipurpose project on the Bhagirathi River. Option B — Rihand Project: Rihand Project is the project is important for power generation and regional water use. Rihand Project is also associated with a river project on the Rihand, a tributary of the Son. Option C — Tungabhadra Project: Tungabhadra Project is irrigation and hydroelectric power are major benefits. Tungabhadra Project is also associated with a multipurpose project on the Tungabhadra River. Exam Takeaway: Connect Sardar Sarovar Project with “its benefits include irrigation, drinking water and power” and “a multipurpose project on the Narmada River” for revision.

Important Notes

  • Sardar Sarovar Project is a multipurpose project on the Narmada River.
  • Basin or course: Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan are associated project states.
  • Important association: its benefits include irrigation, drinking water and power.
  • Sardar Sarovar Project should not be confused with Tehri Project, which is a multipurpose project on the Bhagirathi River.

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