1.  Which two states have been in contention due to the construction of irrigation dam across the Palar river?

A. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
B. Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
C. Karnataka and Kerala
D. Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
E. None of these

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Palar river flows in the southern part of the country and confluences into Bay if Bengal. The river is a disputed issue between Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. The decision of the government of Andhra Pradesh to construct a dam over the river faced agitations from Tamil Nadu, who benefitted from the river.