Q1. As per the Dam Safety Act, 2021, which of the following correctly identifies a 'specified dam' that must be registered for periodic safety inspection?
Explanation
Under the Dam Safety Act, 2021, a 'specified dam' is any dam with a height above 15 metres, or above 10 metres with reservoir capacity exceeding 1 million cubic metres. These dams fall under the regulatory regime administered by the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA), State Dam Safety Organisations (SDSOs), and Dam Safety Review Panels (DSRPs) — all reviewed at the 11th NCDS meeting on 20 January 2026.
