Question

What are dam mention thie imporatance give some examples of famous dams

Answer 1

A dam is a barrier that store water. It is constructed across the rivers to store flowing water. Water stored in dams can be utilized for irrigation, domestic purposes, hydropower etc.

Advantages of dam construction are :

1.The dams are used in hydroelectric power generation.

2. It is useful in storing rain water for future irrigation purpose for upcoming crops.

3. It may be a source of tourism or a route for crossing rivers in short time than the usual roads.

The famous dams are

1 Krishnarajasagar dam
2 Bhakra nangal Dam
3 Hirakud Dam
4 Nagarjunasagar Dam
5 Sardar Sarovar dam