The Rihand Dam is built on which river? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Rihand Dam is built on which river?
A. Godavari
B. Son
C. Rihand
D. Mahanadi
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Rihand Dam is built on the Rihand River (a tributary of the Son) in Uttar Pradesh, creating the Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Climate and Weather Questions

Question #1
Western Disturbances are most active during which season?
A. Monsoon
B. Summer
C. Winter
D. Autumn

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Western Disturbances are most active during the winter season (December to February), bringing essential rainfall and snowfall to the northern and northwestern parts of India.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Climate and Weather
Question #2
Which of the following is a major factor in the formation of a lake-effect snow?
A. Cold air moving over a cold lake
B. Cold air moving over a warm lake
C. Warm air moving over a cold lake
D. Warm air moving over a warm lake

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Lake-effect snow occurs when cold, dry air moves over a relatively warm lake, picking up moisture and heat, which leads to intense convection and heavy snowfall downwind of the lake.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Climate and Weather
Question #3
Which of the following is the primary reason for the aridity of the Atacama Desert?
A. Subtropical high pressure
B. Polar high pressure
C. Monsoon system
D. Cold ocean current and rain shadow effect

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Atacama Desert is extremely dry due to a combination of the cold Humboldt Current off the coast (which cools the air and limits evaporation) and the rain shadow effect of the Andes Mountains.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Climate and Weather