Question

    Which dam, located in Uttar Pradesh, is the largest

    earth-fill dam in India?
    A Tehri Dam Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Matatila Dam Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rihand Dam Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Dhanraul Dam Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Rihand Dam, also known as Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar, is the largest earth-fill dam in India. It is situated on the Rihand River, a tributary of the Son River, in Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh. The dam plays a crucial role in irrigation and hydroelectric power generation in the region.

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