Question

Kaveri is the source for an extensive irrigation system but is not used for hydroelectric power.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Kaveri is an Indian river flowing through the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The river is the source for extensive irrigation system and for hydroelectric power. The primary use of kaveri is providing water for irrigation and generation of electricity. The hydroelectric plant built on the left of Sivanasamudra falls in 1902 was the first hydroelectric plant in Asia. Its current generation capacity is 42 MW.

The correct answer is option B