Pykara was marked as the first water power station in which state of India?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
· The Pykara Hydroelectric Project, located near Ooty in the Nilgiris, is the first major hydroelectric power station of Tamil Nadu.
· Established in the 1930s, it played a key role in industrial electrification in the state.
· The project utilises the Pykara River, known for its waterfalls and scenic beauty.
Information Booster:
· The Nilgiris region is home to several hydropower projects due to favourable altitude and water flow conditions.
· Pykara continues to contribute to the state’s renewable energy generation.
Additional Knowledge:
· Kerala (b) has Idukki and other major hydro stations but not the first one mentioned.
· Madhya Pradesh (c) and Odisha (d) have hydropower plants but are unrelated to the Pykara project.