Question

Why are the rivers important for country economy

Answer 1

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→ The rivers are important for country's economy in several ways :-

1. Rivers provide water for irrigation and makes soil fertile which can be used for cultivation.

2. The river plains provide ideal conditions to early civilization and provide water which is important for survival of the living organisms.  

3. Rivers are a great source of food. As large number of aquatic animals live in river.

4. Rivers are used for the generation of hydroelectricity.

5. Rivers are used as a means of transportation to carry men and material from one place to another.

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