Why have multi-purpose projects and large dams come under great s… - Vidyadip

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Why have multi-purpose projects and large dams come under great scrutiny and opposition recently?

A
The positioning the dams is not technically correct.
B
Regulating and damming of rivers affect their natural flow causing poor sediment flow and excessive sedimentation at the bottom of the reservoir.
C
Spread of disease.
D
Dams built recently are not strong enough.

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Answer

Regulating and damming of rivers affect their natural flow causing poor sediment flow and excessive sedimentation at the bottom of the reservoir.

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