What is the Catchment area of Dharoi Dam in Gujarat?
- A5475 sq-kmCorrect
- B7554 sq-km
- C5220 sq-km
- DNone of the above
Solution
Concept
Catchment area of Dharoi Dam
Formula
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Step-by-step solution
1. Dharoi Dam is constructed across Sabarmati River in Mehsana district of Gujarat. 2. The total catchment area contributing to the Dharoi Dam reservoir is 5475 sq-km. 3. Thus, option A gives the correct catchment area. Answer: A
Explanation
The Dharoi Dam is a gravity dam constructed on the Sabarmati River in Gujarat for irrigation and water supply. The catchment area feeding water into this reservoir spans 5,475 square kilometers. Therefore, 5,475 sq-km is the correct value for its catchment area.
Why the other options are wrong
B) 7554 sq-km is incorrect because the catchment area of Dharoi Dam is 5475 sq-km. C) 5220 sq-km is incorrect because the catchment area of Dharoi Dam is 5475 sq-km. D) Option A is the correct answer.
Shortcut
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Common mistake
Confusing the numerical digits of the catchment area with option B (7554 sq-km) due to transposed numbers.
Correct answer: A) 5475 sq-km