Construction of large dams is criticized because they cause economic problems as they swallow up huge amounts of public money without the generation of proportionate benefits.

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Construction of large dams requires huge investment. The high cost of dam construction means that they must operate for many decades to become profitable. Initial investment is also high for construction of dams. Hence this comes under economic problem.

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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.

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