Question 18 of 25intermediate🔧 ApplyShort Answer4 marks
Find out which river(s) flow through your state. (a) What are they used for? (b) Are there any dams on them?
(a)
Answer
Rivers are used for providing drinking water, irrigation for agriculture, generating hydroelectric power, supporting industries, maintaining ecosystems, and for cultural and religious activities.
(b)
Answer
Many major rivers have dams built on them for water storage, irrigation, and electricity generation. Students should identify specific dams in their state through research.
Explanation
(a) The chapter explains that Godavari provides water for houses, schools, and fields, helps people drink, cook, wash, grow food, and make things in factories. (b) The chapter mentions that there are more than 900 dams that store river water for use during dry seasons.