Write a note on the advantages and disadvantages of multipurpose projects.
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multipurpose project is called dam and due to this we and also generate electricity and also it's very useful for water reservation
disadvantage of multipurpose project is
due to its flood also occur
and for builting of dam government seized their local area where dam was built and there people are homeless
Answer:
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of multipurpose projects.
Ans. Advantage:-
1. Flood control:- River valley projects control the flood and thereby check soil erosion.
2. Irrigation:- They provide water for irrigation in the command area during dry
Seasons.
3. Electricity generation:- These projects are the main source of power. They ensure
regular electricity for Industrial and household purposes.
4. Inland navigation:- River valley projects provide inland water navigation through the
main river and Canal that link different regions.
5. Fish breeding:- This provides ideal conditions for the development of fisheries.
6. Amusement:- People in large numbers come here as tourists and recreate themself
in boating on the canals and reservoirs.
Disadvantages
1. Displacement of local communities:- The building of large dams result in
displacement of local communities. The displaced people do not get full rehabilitation
facilities from the government.
2. Adverse impact on aquatic life:- Due to construction of dams on the rivers, the fish
in the downstream area do not get sufficient nutrient material.
3. Change in the cropping pattern:- Most of the farmers have changed the cropping
patterns sifting to cultivation of water intensive and commercial crops.
4. Increase the social gap:- River valley project has transformed the social gap
between rich landlords and the landless poor.
5. Excessive sedimentation:- Regulating and damming of rivers affect the natural flow
and excessive sedimentation at the bottom of the reservoir.