Which Indian river project term is correctly associated with source or location “the dam is near Hosapete in Karnataka”, and also with “Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh are major beneficiary states”?

Correct Answer: Option B — Tungabhadra Project. Tungabhadra Project is correctly identified as the dam is near Hosapete in Karnataka. Tungabhadra Project is also associated with Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh are major beneficiary states. Another identifying fact about Tungabhadra Project is that Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh are major beneficiary states. A further exam-relevant fact about Tungabhadra Project is that irrigation and hydroelectric power are major benefits. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Kosi Project: Kosi Project is it is associated with cooperation between India and Nepal. Kosi Project is also associated with the Kosi Barrage is located near Bhimnagar. Option C — Chambal Valley Project: Chambal Valley Project is it is jointly associated with Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Chambal Valley Project is also associated with Gandhi Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Jawahar Sagar are major dams in the system. Option D — Bhakra Nangal Project: Bhakra Nangal Project is Bhakra Dam is located in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh. Bhakra Nangal Project is also associated with it supplies irrigation and power to Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. Exam Takeaway: Connect Tungabhadra Project with “the dam is near Hosapete in Karnataka” and “Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh are major beneficiary states” for revision.