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The reservoir of Mangla is being silted at the rate of 48.27 million m3 per year and that of Tarbela at the rate of _____ million cubic meters per year:

Correct answer: B. 167.75

  • A. 160.5
  • B. 167.75
  • C. 170.6
  • D. 175.8

Explanation

The reported annual siltation rate of Tarbela is 167.75 million cubic metres, substantially exceeding Mangla’s 48.27 million cubic metres. This reflects the heavier sediment load entering the Tarbela reservoir.

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