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Q. Which one of the following dams on the Krishna River is known for being one of the largest and serving both irrigation and hydroelectric purposes?

[A] Hirakud Dam

[B] Srisailam Dam

[C] Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

[D] Tehri Dam

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation – Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is one of the largest dams in the world, built on the Krishna River. It serves both irrigation and hydroelectric purposes, providing water to several districts in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and generating electricity for the national grid.

Source: The Hindu

Q. Which one of the following dams on the Krishna River is known for being one of the largest and serving both irrigation and hydroelectric purposes?

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