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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 119

Q119

What geological hazard complicated the construction of the Tapovan-Vishnugad hydro project?

A.
Earthquake
B.
Avalanche
C.
Glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF)
Answer
D.
Volcanic eruption

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood) struck the region, damaging the dam infrastructure and raising alarms about Himalayan glacial risks.