{"id":70196,"date":"2024-04-20T10:53:44","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=70196"},"modified":"2024-04-20T10:53:44","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:53:44","slug":"punjab-has-limited-potential-for-large-scale-hydropower-due-to","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/punjab-has-limited-potential-for-large-scale-hydropower-due-to\/","title":{"rendered":"Punjab has limited potential for large-scale hydropower due to:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Lack of major rivers&#8221; option2=&#8221;Flat terrain&#8221; option3=&#8221;Limited rainfall&#8221; option4=&#8221;Environmental concerns&#8221; correct=&#8221;option2&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>b) Flat terrain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Punjab is a state in northwestern India. It is known for its fertile land and its production of wheat and rice. However, Punjab has limited potential for large-scale hydropower due to its flat terrain.<\/p>\n<p>Hydropower is a type of renewable energy that uses the power of moving water to generate electricity. Dams are often built on rivers to create reservoirs, which are then used to generate electricity. However, Punjab does not have many major rivers, and the rivers that it does have are not suitable for large-scale hydropower projects.<\/p>\n<p>The terrain in Punjab is also relatively flat, which means that there is not a lot of potential for generating electricity from the flow of water. In addition, the state has a limited amount of rainfall, which further reduces the potential for hydropower.<\/p>\n<p>As a result of these factors, Punjab has limited potential for large-scale hydropower. 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