Which among the following is the biggest multipurpose project of Karnataka?
A
Tungabhadra
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B
Narayanapur
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C
Krishnaraja Sagar dam
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D
Shivanasamudra
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Solution
The correct option is A Tungabhadra
Tungabhadra Dam, also known as Pampa Sagar, is constructed across Tungabhadra river, a tributary too Krishna river. This has a height of 162 ft which is biggest in Karnataka and is built in Hosapete, ballari district. This dam is being used for irrigation, flood control, electricity generation, etc.