When did the construction of Bhakhra Dam start?

1951
1948
1949
1950

The correct answer is: B. 1948

The Bhakra Dam is a gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is one of the largest dams

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in India and the world. The construction of the dam started in 1948 and was completed in 1963. The dam is a major source of irrigation and hydroelectric power in India.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Option A: 1951 is the year when the Bhakra Dam was inaugurated.
  • Option C: 1949 is the year when the foundation stone of the Bhakra Dam was laid.
  • Option D: 1950 is the year when the construction of the Bhakra Dam was approved.
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