Assertion (A): Dams are referred to as multipurpose projects.

Reason (R): Dams are built for irrigation, electricity generation, water supply for domestic and industrial use, flood control, recreation and fish breeding.

Answer:

Dams are now referred to as multi-purpose projects where the many uses of the impounded water are integrated with one another. Today, dams are built not just for irrigation but for electricity generation , water supply for domestic and industrial uses , flood control , recreation , inland navigation and fish breeding .

Therefore,

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