UPPSC 2023 GS-I Indian Geography
Question

Shivanasamudra and Kalpakkam are respectively important for -

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Hydel Power and Nuclear Energy

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Hydel Power and Nuclear Energy”.

Shivanasamudra is known for its hydroelectric power station on the Kaveri River in Karnataka, one of the first of its kind in Asia.

Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu is known for its nuclear power plant (Madras Atomic Power Station).

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