Question

State the importance of multi-purpose river projects.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Give a brief introduction to multi-purpose river projects.
• State advantages along with examples.

Solution:
A multipurpose project is that which simultaneously serves several purposes. Multi-purpose projects launched in India after independence aimed to lead the nation to development and progress. These projects have several advantages They are as listed below.

1. Irrigation
2. Electricity generation
3. Flood control in flood-prone areas
4. Water supply for industrial and domestic purposes
5. Recreation
6. Inland navigation and
7. Fish breeding

Some of the famous multi-purpose projects across India include

• Bhakra-Nangal dam over river Satluj
• Kosi dam over river Kosi
• Krishnarajasagar dam over river Kaveri.