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What is common to the places known as Aliyar, Isapur and Kangsabati?

  1. Recently discovered uranium deposits
  2. Tropical rain forests
  3. Underground cave systems
  4. Water reservoirs

Explanation

Option (d) is correct
  • These places are known for water reservoirs:
    • Aliyar: Located in Tamil Nadu, Aliyar is a dam across the Aliyar River, primarily built for irrigation and drinking water supply.
    • Isapur: Situated in Maharashtra, Isapur Dam is a large water reservoir constructed on the Penganga River, used for irrigation.
    • Kangsabati: Located in West Bengal, the Kangsabati Dam serves as a major water reservoir built on the Kangsabati River, providing irrigation and water storage.
  • Some water reservoirs were in the spotlight due to critically low water levels and concerns about their impact on agriculture and drinking water supplies.
Answer: (d) Water reservoirs; Difficulty Level: Hard
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