Construction of large dams is criticized because they displace large number of peasants and tribals without adequate compensation or rehabilitation. Which of the following category does this problem belong to?

Environmental problem

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Social problem

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Economic problem

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All the these

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Solution

The correct option is B Social problem
A social problem is a condition that at least some people in a community view as being undesirable. Criticism to the construction of large dams causes social problems because they displace large number of peasants and tribals without adequate compensation or rehabilitation.

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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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