2025 · Q39
Which of the statements about the dams on the Chenab river is/are correct?
- 1Salal dam, and Baglihar dams are on the Chenab river.
- 2Baglihar dam has a greater height than Salal dam.
- 3Salal dam is operated by Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation and Baglihar dam operated by NHPC Limited. Select the answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeGeography
- A1 and 2
- B2 and 3
- C2 only
- D3 only
Explanation
Both the Salal and Baglihar hydroelectric projects are built on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir. The Baglihar dam (143 m high) is taller than the Salal dam (113 m). The third statement as framed is incorrect, so 1 and 2 only.