SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 34

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q34

Which state of India has the maximum number of large dams?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Maharashtra.

Maharashtra is the state in India with the maximum number of large dams. As of recent records, Maharashtra has over 1,400 large dams, which account for a significant portion of the country’s total large dams.

These dams play a crucial role in irrigation, power generation, flood control, and water supply. The state’s diverse topography and extensive river networks have facilitated the construction of numerous dams to support agriculture, industrialization, and urban development.