Question

Which is the highest dam in India?

• A. Lakhwar Dam
• B. Tehri dam
• C. Bhakra Dam
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Tehri dam

Read Explanation:

• The tallest dam in India - Tehri Dam

• It is located on the Bhagirathi River in Tehri, Uttarakhand

• . It is also known as Tehri Dam and Tehri Hydroelectric Project.

• The height of Tehri Dam is 260.5 meters.

• It is the eighth tallest dam in the world.

• Tehri Dam is one of the largest hydroelectric projects in India.

• It generates 1000 MW of electricity.

• The dam is used for irrigation and drinking water supply in the vicinity.

• Tehri Dam's lake is one of the largest artificial lakes in Asia.

• It is spread over an area of ​​42 square kilometers

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