Which one of the following observations regarding rivers is not made b

Which one of the following observations regarding rivers is not made by the Central Water Commission operating through its network of hydro-meteorological stations?

Water level (gauge)

Silt

Water quality

Shifting in river channel

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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2019

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The Central Water Commission (CWC) operates a network of hydro-meteorological stations primarily for monitoring river behavior in terms of water quantity and quality. Routine observations from these stations typically include Water Level (Gauge), Silt content (Sediment load), and Water Quality parameters. While CWC may conduct specific studies on river morphology and channel changes, “Shifting in river channel” is generally not a parameter for routine, continuous observation from fixed hydro-meteorological stations in the same way as gauge, silt, or water quality.

– CWC monitors key river parameters through hydro-meteorological stations.
– Standard routine observations include water level, silt/sediment load, and water quality.
– Shifting of the entire river channel is a larger geomorphological process, less amenable to continuous monitoring from a fixed station.

CWC’s mandate includes planning and coordination for water resources development and management, flood forecasting, and monitoring. Data collected from hydro-meteorological stations are crucial for flood forecasting, water management, and planning. While river morphology is studied, especially in the context of river training and flood control works, routine data collection focuses on the properties and flow of water itself at specific points.

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