Question

Which of the following is not in favor of multipurpose river valley projects?

• A. Control Floods
• B. Generate Hydroelectricity
• C. Provide Water For Irrigation
• D. Large scale displacement of people

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Large scale displacement of people

The correct option is D.

Explanation of correct option:

1. The multipurpose river valley projects are actually the large dams, which are used for many purposes apart from holding the water of a river.
2. The water of the project is used for different objectives like domestic purposes, industrial use, navigation, as well as to generate electricity.
3. There is a disadvantage of multipurpose river projects, that is, it results in loss of livelihood and large-scale displacement of people from their local habitats.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

The multipurpose river projects are associated with the construction of large dams, which also serve the purpose of flood control.

Option B:

One of the major objectives of multipurpose river valley projects is the generation of hydroelectricity.

Option C:

Multipurpose river valley projects, that is, the construction of large dams are used to hold rivers and rainwater, which are later used for irrigation purposes.

Final answer: Large-scale displacement of people is not in favor of multipurpose river valley projects.