Question

write disadvantages of multipurpose project . in 5 points

Answer 1

The disadvantage of multipurpose project are:-

1) Environmental impact A variety of Flora and fauna as well as human settlements get submerged or displaced by water of the reservoir formed by a dam

2) Impact on aquatic life Fish in the reservoir of the dam do not get sufficient nutrient materials. Also they cannot migrate beyond the dam for spawning.

3) Change in cropping pattern Farmers have changed the crop pattern in many regions by shifting to water intensive and commercial framing due to increased availability of water from this project.

4) Effect on soil fertility Annual floods used to renew the soil which silt that acted as a natural fertiliser but reduction in flood reduce the fertility Of the soil and increase the salinity.

5) Impact on society Larger river project causes large-scale displacement of local communities along with destruction of their livelihood and culture. Poor farmers suffer as their agricultural land is taken away.