WBCS.LIVE practice question

The 'Farakka Barrage' was primarily constructed in West Bengal to fulfill which objective?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. To generate 1000 MW of hydroelectric power
  2. To provide irrigation to the drought-prone Rarh region
  3. To preserve and maintain the Kolkata Port by diverting Ganga water
  4. To control floods in the Malda and Murshidabad districts

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: To preserve and maintain the Kolkata Port by diverting Ganga water

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) To preserve and maintain the Kolkata Port by diverting Ganga water šŸ“š Explanation: The Farakka Barrage was built in 1975 across the Ganges in Murshidabad. Its main purpose is to divert adequate water into the Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system. This flushing action is necessary to remove silt accumulation in the Hooghly, ensuring the navigability and survival of the Kolkata Port.