Question

State any two grounds on which construction of multipurpose projects have been criticized.

Answer 1

Multipurpose projects and large dams have come under scrutiny and opposition because of several reasons:

Explanation:

• The natural flow of rivers is affected by large dams. As a consequence the sediment flow is hampered. Excessive sediment accumulation in reservoirs causes marine life damage. It also results in floods because of  the deposition of sediments in the reservoirs
• The dams on  floodplains submerge soil & vegetation , which is  gradually decomposing. Projects involving construction of large dams also make it hard for aquatic animals, to migrate, particularly for spawning.
• It destroys forest areas and displaces tribal and local communities. Locals had to give up their livelihood, land and their meager access & control over "natural resources" for the common "benefit of the nation"
• Building large dams destroys the biodiversity & natural surroundings of the area. If big dams are built where tectonic plates meet, earthquakes can be caused
• Multi-purpose have triggered earthquakes, pest & pollution problems, and has caused water-borne diseases, owing to excessive utilisation of water .

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Answer 2

The construction of multipurpose projects have been criticized on the basis of Sedimentation and displacement of locals.

Explanation:

• The multipurpose projects as dams are considered to be the temples of modern India, but they have various drawbacks as they can create chances of earthquakes, deposits of silt in river, and increase in salinity of the water.

• Large dams obstruct the flow of natural rover thus harm the development of fisheries.

• Dams may lead to the submergence of natural vegetation. It leads to deforestation and the chances of flooding.

• Large areas have to evacuated and locals have to be displaced to other places.

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