Question

On the given political map of India mark and label the following along with their rivers.(a) Salal Dam(b) Hirakund Dam(c) Sardar Sarovar(d) Tehri Dam(e) Bhakra Dam

Answer 1

Answer:

A dam is a barrier that stops the flow of water and results in the creation of a reservoir.

• Dams are mainly built in order to produce electricity by using water. This form of electricity is known as hydroelectricity.
• Reservoirs created by dams not only suppress floods but also provide water for activities such as irrigation, human consumption, industrial use, aquaculture, and navigability.

The given dams in the outline map of India are shown below:

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