Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> What was the major cause for floods in Gujarat and Maharashtra in 2006?

• A. Long drought
• B. Heavy rains
• C. Release of water from dams
• D. Lack of dams

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

Release of water from dams

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Floods of Gujarat and Maharashtra in 2006 were aggravated when water was released from dams after heavy rainfall. Due to floods, several people lost their lives with an immense loss of property.