Hydroelectric power plants use the force of falling water to produce energy. Hydroelectric power plants are a clean, renewable energy source that emits no pollution. They are also very dependable and capable of adapting fast to variations in the demand for electricity. However, the development of hydroelectric power facilities has the potential to significantly affect the environment, change the way rivers naturally flow, and affect the habitats of aquatic species.
Here are some MCQs on Hydroelectric power plants in India:
1. What is the total installed capacity of hydroelectric power in India as of 2021?
a. 50,000 MW
b. 75,000 MW
c. 100,000 MW
d. 125,000 MW
2. Which is the largest hydroelectric power plant in India?
a. Srisailam Dam
b. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam
c. Tehri Dam
d. Bhakra Dam
3. Which state has the highest installed capacity of hydroelectric power in India?
a. Himachal Pradesh
b. Uttarakhand
c. Jammu and Kashmir
d. Sikkim
4. Which river in India has the highest potential for hydroelectric power generation?
a. Brahmaputra
b. Ganges
c. Godavari
d. Indus
5. Which of the following hydroelectric power plants is located in Tamil Nadu?
a. Bhakra Dam
b. Idukki Dam
c. Sardar Sarovar Dam
d. Mettur Dam
