UPSC Prelims 2008 Q128: Geography – Indian Rivers & Water Resources
With
which one of the following rivers is the Omkareshwar Project associated?
- (a) Chambal
- (b) Narmada
- (c) Tapi
- (d) Bhima
Answer: (b) Narmada
Explanation
Which river the Omkareshwar Project is associated with
This hydroelectric project draws from a major river of central India.
| Option | Verdict | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| (a) Chambal | Incorrect | Not the river for this specific project |
| (b) Narmada | Correct | The Omkareshwar Project is located on the Narmada river, in Madhya Pradesh |
| (c) Tapi | Incorrect | Not the river for this specific project |
| (d) Bhima | Incorrect | Not the river for this specific project |
Omkareshwar Project facts:
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| River | Narmada |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
Answer: (b) Narmada.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) Incorrect. Chambal is not the river for this project.
- (b) CORRECT. The Omkareshwar Project is on the Narmada river.
- (c) Incorrect. Tapi is also not the river.
- (d) Incorrect. Bhima is also not the river.
Key point
The Omkareshwar Project is associated with the Narmada river.
Remember
The Omkareshwar Project is associated with the Narmada river.
Common mistakes
- Confusing the Omkareshwar Project's Narmada association with other central/western Indian rivers.
- Mixing up different Narmada-basin hydroelectric projects.
- Not knowing this specific project's precise river location.
Exam tip
Omkareshwar Project = Narmada river, a major hydroelectric project in Madhya Pradesh.
Sources
- Narmada Hydroelectric Development Corporation — Omkareshwar Project (Narmada river, Madhya Pradesh)
- Central Water Commission and National Remote Sensing Centre — India-WRIS: River Basin Atlas (Narmada basin)