Dams MCQ with answer and solution

Concept

Vallabh Sagar is the name of the reservoir created by the Ukai Dam across the Tapi River in Gujarat.

Step-by-step solution

1. Identify the reservoir associated with each option. 2. Ukai Dam is constructed across the Tapi River in Surat/Tapi district of Gujarat. Its reservoir is officially named Vallabh Sagar in honor of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. 3. Therefore, Vallabh Sagar is associated with Ukai Dam. Answer: (A) Ukai Dam

Explanation

Ukai Dam is built on the Tapi River in Gujarat. It is the second largest reservoir in Gujarat after the Sardar Sarovar Dam. Its water reservoir is officially named Vallabh Sagar.

Why the other options are wrong

B: Kadana Dam is built on the Mahi River and its reservoir is not called Vallabh Sagar. C: Sardar Sarovar Dam is built on the Narmada River and its reservoir is called Sardar Sarovar Reservoir. D: Kamleshwar Dam is located inside Gir National Park on the Hiran River.

Shortcut

Remember 'Tapi - Ukai - Vallabh Sagar' as a key water resource landmark in Gujarat.

Common mistake

Confusing Vallabh Sagar with Sardar Sarovar Dam because both are associated with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.