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Question Question 6
Why are rivers important for the country’s economy?
Rivers are important for the country's economy in following way:
- Rivers are a vital source of freshwater for drinking, irrigation, industrial and household use.
- Fertile floodplains and delta regions of rivers are often highly productive agricultural areas.
- Rivers are used as inland waterways providing cost-effective transport for bulk goods, such as grains, minerals, industrial products etc.
- Multipurpose river valley projects are developed on rivers which provide hydroelectricity, flood control, water supply etc.
- Rivers provide tourism and recreation opportunities.
- Rivers provide water for industrial use.
- Rivers are used for fresh water fishery.