WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which Dam is currently at the centre of a controversy between Kerala and Tamil Nadu?

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

Answer options

  1. Nagarjunasagar Dam
  2. Mullaperyar Dam
  3. Perunchani Dam
  4. Mettur Dam

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Mullaperyar Dam

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. Mullaperyar Dam šŸ“š Explanation: The Mullaperiyar Dam, located in Kerala but operated by Tamil Nadu, has been a long-standing source of legal and political 'controversy' between the two states. The dispute centers on the safety of the century-old structure. Kerala has expressed concerns about the dam's stability, while Tamil Nadu insists that the water level should be increased for irrigation. This issue has been heard by the Supreme Court on multiple occasions.