Discuss the feasibility of Interlinking rivers to resolve the issue of water stress in other regions. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
Introduction
Ken-Betwa interlinking has shown potential of river water interlinking in benefit of nation.
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Main Body
Diagram showing map of India with river interlinking projects: linking Sutlej & Beas for East Punjab; Ken-Betwa on Bundelkhand; Narmada-Tapi on Vidarbha & Marathwada; linking Krishna-Godavari for Rayalseema
Continuation: Feasibility factors - water availability, reduce migration, increase drinking water, lesser cost than large dams, enhance agriculture productivity. Issues: 1. Environment impact 2. Impact on flora & fauna ex: gharials in Ken-Betwa habitat 3. Large scale displacement 4. Deforestation 5. Issues in forest losses 6. Man-animal conflict
Conclusion
Hence there is need for feasibility study before interlinking.
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Diagram
Map of India showing river interlinking projects: Sutlej-Beas (East Punjab), Ken-Betwa (Bundelkhand), Narmada-Tapi (Vidarbha-Marathwada), Krishna-Godavari (Rayalseema)
- Good visual representation with map
- Multiple examples of interlinking projects
Chandana Jahnavi
Geography
Water resources
River interlinking
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Total words
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Paragraphs
Point-wise, diagrammatic
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