Hydrology & Water Systems
6 reference items
Which is the longest and most vital river in Pakistan?
A
Indus River
Explanation
The Indus River (Abasin) runs 3,180 km from Tibet to the Arabian Sea.
Where do the five major rivers of Punjab merge together?
A
Mithankot
Explanation
All five tributary rivers finally join the Indus River at Mithankot.
Which is the largest earth-fill dam in the world, built on the Indus?
A
Tarbela Dam
Explanation
Tarbela Dam in KP provides vital water storage and hydropower generation.
On which river was the strategic Mangla Dam constructed in 1967?
A
Jhelum River
Explanation
Mangla Dam was built on the Jhelum River under the Indus Basin Project.
Which is the largest natural freshwater lake in Pakistan?
A
Manchar Lake
Explanation
Manchar Lake in Sindh is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia.
Which major canal system irrigates the fertile agricultural plains of Punjab?
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Triple Canal Project
Explanation
The Triple Canal Project linked the Jhelum, Chenab, and Ravi rivers.