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SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 94

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q94

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In which of the following districts is Baira Siul Dam located?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Chamba.

  • The Baira Siul Dam is located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India. This dam is built on the Siul River and plays a role in providing hydroelectric power and irrigation benefits to the region.
  • The primary purpose of the Baira Siul Dam is to generate hydroelectric power. The dam supports a hydroelectric power plant with a capacity of approximately 180 megawatts. 
  • The project was undertaken by the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board (HPSEB), now known as the Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL).