Q163
Farakka barrage is a major reason for contention between India and ________.
A.
Bangladesh
AnswerB.
Pakistan
C.
China
D.
Nepal
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Farakka barrage is a major reason for contention between India and Bangladesh. The Farakka Barrage was created by India in 1975 to divert water from Ganges river system but this has resulted in a reduced flow towards Bangladesh which is a lower riparia state to this system.