Pakistani Water | MCQs

Explanation

India began halting water supplies to Pakistani canals on April 1, 1948, after a short-term standstill agreement expired.

The halt started at the Ferozepur Headworks, affecting the Dipalpur Canal and other Pakistani canals.

This event led to water disputes between India and Pakistan, culminating in the Indus Waters Treaty in 1960.

Explanation

According to some sources, Pakistan is in the top 10 countries facing water scarcity, and specifically, the 7th position according to the UNO report.

Other reports place Pakistan at 3rd or 14th among countries with high water risk. 

Explanation

The Nai Gaj Dam is being constructed in the Dadu District of Sindh Province, Pakistan 

It is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024.

Explanation

Chotiari Dam is an artificial water reservoir.

It situated 35 km away from the Sanghar town in the Sanghar District of the Sindh province of Pakistan.

Explanation

IRSA was established vide Act No. XXII of 1992 passed by the Parliament and approved by the President of Pakistan on, the 6th December 1992.