Which of the following problems address to criticisms about large dams?

Social problems (no compensation)

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Economic problems (huge investment)

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Environmental problems (deforestation)

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All the above

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Solution

The correct option is D All the above
Criticism to the construction of large dams addresses three problems as follows:
1. Social problems because they displace large number of peasants and tribals without adequate compensation or rehabilitation.
2. Economic problems because they swallow up huge amounts of public money without the generation of proportionate benefits.
3. Environmental problems because they contribute enormously to deforestation and loss of biological diversity.

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