Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Water

Water — practice question

Study Fig. 2.1, which is a map of the principal rivers in Pakistan. The Fig. 2.1 key identifies: international boundary; province-level boundary; disputed boundary. On the map, rivers V, W, X and Y and dam Z are marked, and Jammu and Kashmir is shown as disputed territory together with the Arabian Sea.
(a(i))[4]

Name rivers V, W, X and Y.

(a(ii))[1]

Name dam Z shown on Fig. 2.1.

(b(i))[2]

Name two examples of barrages.

(b(ii))[4]

State the differences between barrages and dams.

(b(iii))[4]

Suggest four problems caused by siltation.

(c)[4]

Explain why rivers are important to Pakistan. You should develop your answer.

(d)[6]

Read the following two views about providing solutions to the challenges of water supply in Pakistan: View A says: “Small dams are the best way to solve water shortage problems and assist development.” View B says: “Large dams are the best way to solve water shortage problems and assist development.” Which view do you agree with more? Give reasons to support your answer and refer to examples you have studied. You should consider View A and View B in your answer.

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