Which of the following is NOT a hydroelectric power plant?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Sambhar Lake Hydel Project.
The Sambhar Lake Hydel Project is not a hydroelectric power plant. Sambhar Lake, located in Rajasthan, is a saltwater lake primarily used for salt extraction, not for generating hydroelectric power.
Other options:
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Kopili Hydel Project: A hydroelectric project in Assam generating electricity from the Kopili River.
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Bhakra Nangal Hydel Project: A major multipurpose dam project on the Sutlej River in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, producing electricity and providing irrigation.
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Damodar Valley Hydel Project: Located in Jharkhand and West Bengal, this project generates hydroelectric power and manages flood control in the Damodar River basin.