UPSC Civil Services · 2023 · GS 3 · QUESTION 7
Disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure
Dam failures are always catastrophic, especially on the downstream side, resulting in a colossal loss of life and property. Analyze the various causes of dam failures. Give two examples of large dam failures.
Original exam: 10 marks · 150 words
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