Question 47 from UPSC CSE 2019 - Geography

Question

What is common to the places known as Aliyar, Isapur, and Kangsabati?

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Correct Option: D. Water reservoirs

Strategy: Identify the common, prominent feature of each location. Aliyar is known for the Aliyar Reservoir, Isapur for the Isapur Dam, and Kangsabati for the Kangsabati Reservoir. Since all are major water reservoirs or dams, this commonality eliminates other unrelated options.

Key Info: **Key Locations and Features**

*   **Aliyar Reservoir:** An irrigation and drinking water reservoir on the Aliyar River near Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. It is a key component of regional water supply and irrigation projects.
*   **Isapur Dam:** An earthfill dam on the Penganga River in Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, primarily used for irrigation and water storage.
*   **Kangsabati Reservoir:** A large reservoir in West Bengal, created by impounding the Kangsabati River as part of a project initiated in 1956. It provides irrigation and water supply to adjoining districts.

All three are major water infrastructure projects supporting agriculture and regional water management. They are not known for uranium deposits, tropical rain forests, or underground cave systems.

IASCODEX · Answer

Option A: Recently discovered uranium deposits

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Option B: Tropical rain forests

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Option C: Underground cave systems