Building of dams also cause environmental problems because it leads to the loss of
Trees
Water and land
Money
Property
Building of dams results in deforestation i.e. loss of trees which in turn, cause ecological disturbance, an environmental problem.
Two group of people debated about "Dams". Pick out the statement which were debated for and against the topic:
1. Social problems because they displace large number of peasants and tribal without adequate compensation.
2. Economic problems because construction of dams swallow up huge amount of public money.
3. Dams are used to generate electricity.
4. Dams are used to store large amount of water, which can be used later for irrigation.
5. Indira Gandhi canal has brought greenery to considerable areas of Rajasthan.
6. Environmental problems because they contribute enormously to deforestation and the loss of biological diversity.