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QWhich one is the longest dam in the world?

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  • A OROVILLE DAM
  • B HIRAKUD DAM
  • C MANGLA DAM
  • D JINPING-I DAM
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With a great 27 kilometers in length, Hirakud dam is the longest dam in the world. Built in 1957, this dam is of major historical importance, as it was the first multipurpose river valley project undertaken by India post independence. Hence, it is also the oldest Indian dam.

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