Wakel River Basin and Lesotho Water Project Quiz

What is the main challenge faced by the Wakel River Basin?

• Frequent flooding

• Water scarcity and overuse

• Soil erosion

• Poor air quality

What traditional water management system is used in the Wakel River Basin?

• Tanks and dams

• Rainwater harvesting

• Johads and taankas

• Aqueducts

Which crop is commonly grown in the Wakel River Basin that puts pressure on water resources?

• Rice

• Millet

• Wheat

• Cotton

What was the main focus of the NGO initiative in the Wakel River Basin?

• Building large-scale dams

• Promoting sustainable water use

• Relocating farmers to other regions

• Introducing modern irrigation systems

How does the taanka help in conserving water?

• It diverts river flow into fields

• It stores rainwater for household use

• It channels groundwater to nearby villages

• It prevents evaporation in reservoirs

What is the primary goal of the Lesotho Water Project?

• Supply clean drinking water to all of Africa

• Provide South Africa with water from Lesotho

• Build large-scale hydroelectric power plants

• Reduce water wastage in Lesotho

What is the name of the dam constructed as part of the Lesotho Water Project?

• Katse Dam

• Hoover Dam

• Three Gorges Dam

• Victoria Dam

Which river is diverted as part of the Lesotho Water Project?

• Nile River

• Orange River

• Limpopo River

• Hoover Dam

What is one major social issue caused by the Lesotho Water Project?

• Displacement of local communities

• Deforestation in rural areas

• Increased crime rates in urban centers

• Shortage of electricity

What economic benefit does Lesotho gain from the water project?

• Revenue from selling electricity

• Improved agricultural yields

• Royalties for supplying water to South Africa

• Expansion of industrial zones