Major Dams of India

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about the major dams in India. These dams play a vital role in providing water for irrigation, drinking, and electricity generation. They also help in controlling floods and providing navigation facilities.
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Which dam is the largest in India in terms of volume?

  1. Tehri Dam

  2. Hirakud Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Bhakra Nangal Dam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hirakud Dam is the largest dam in India in terms of volume. It is located on the Mahanadi River in Odisha and has a total storage capacity of 8119 million cubic meters.

Which dam is the highest in India?

  1. Tehri Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Hirakud Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tehri Dam is the highest dam in India. It is located on the Bhagirathi River in Uttarakhand and has a height of 260.5 meters.

Which dam is the longest in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hirakud Dam is the longest dam in India. It has a length of 25.8 kilometers.

Which dam is the oldest in India?

  1. Kallanai Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kallanai Dam is the oldest dam in India. It is located on the Kaveri River in Tamil Nadu and was built by the Chola king Karikala Chola in the 2nd century AD.

Which dam is the most important for irrigation in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhakra Nangal Dam is the most important dam for irrigation in India. It provides irrigation to over 10 million hectares of land in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan.

Which dam is the most important for electricity generation in India?

  1. Tehri Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Hirakud Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tehri Dam is the most important dam for electricity generation in India. It has an installed capacity of 2400 MW.

Which dam is the most important for flood control in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hirakud Dam is the most important dam for flood control in India. It has prevented major floods in the Mahanadi River basin.

Which dam is the most important for navigation in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhakra Nangal Dam is the most important dam for navigation in India. It has created a reservoir that is used for transportation of goods and passengers.

Which dam is the most important for tourism in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tehri Dam is the most important dam for tourism in India. It is a popular tourist destination due to its scenic beauty and the various adventure activities that are available there.

Which dam is the most important for fisheries in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hirakud Dam is the most important dam for fisheries in India. It has created a reservoir that is rich in fish and supports a large fishing industry.

Which dam is the most important for wildlife conservation in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tehri Dam is the most important dam for wildlife conservation in India. It has created a reservoir that is home to a variety of wildlife, including endangered species such as the snow leopard and the Himalayan brown bear.

Which dam is the most important for cultural heritage in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is the most important dam for cultural heritage in India. It has submerged several ancient temples and other historical sites, which have been preserved and relocated to new locations.

Which dam is the most important for economic development in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhakra Nangal Dam is the most important dam for economic development in India. It has provided irrigation to millions of hectares of land, generated electricity, and controlled floods, all of which have contributed to the economic growth of the country.

Which dam is the most important for social development in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  3. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

  4. Tehri Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hirakud Dam is the most important dam for social development in India. It has provided irrigation to millions of hectares of land, generated electricity, and controlled floods, all of which have improved the lives of millions of people.

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