The Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project is a joint venture of —

Correct Answer: B. Gujarat and Rajasthan

Explanation: Mahi Bajaj sagar project -joint project of Rajasthan and Gujarat for the development of tribal dominated districts of Banswara and Dungarpur of southern Rajasthan. According to the agreement of 1966, Rajasthan has a share of 45% and Gujarat has a share of 55%. First stage - Mahi Bajaj sagar dam was built .Dam was completed in 1983, the cost of which was borne by Rajasthan and Gujarat in the ratio of 45:55. Second stage - Two canals namely Anandpuri and sagwara,have been built for irrigation facilities. Third stage -Two power stations for electricity generation.Three dams constructed under this project are called. In this, construction of two power houses of 50 MW and 90 MW on the main dam was completed in 1986 and 1989 respectively. Banswara district gets the maximum benefit from this project. Mahi Bajaj sagar - situated in Borkheda (Banswara). ● Mahi Bajaj dam is the longest dam of Rajasthan. ● Kagdi pickup -located in Banswara. ● Kadana dam -situated in Gujarat. PYQ’s Solution English 16