Practice Hilly areas - 15.4.1.2 | 15. Rainfall Data in India | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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15.4.1.2 - Hilly areas

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Question 1 Easy

What is the standard density of rain gauges in hilly areas according to IMD?

💡 Hint: Compare it with plain areas.

Question 2 Easy

Why do we need more rain gauges in hilly areas?

💡 Hint: Think about the geography of hilly regions.

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Question 1

What is the rain gauge density in hilly areas as per IMD?

1 station per 520 km²
1 station per 190 km²
1 station per 100 km²

💡 Hint: Remember the comparison with plain areas.

Question 2

True or False: Network planning for rain gauges is unimportant in hilly regions.

True
False

💡 Hint: Why would planning be necessary in complex terrains?

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the potential consequences of an inadequate rain gauge network in a mountainous area during a drought season.

💡 Hint: Think about how farmers would be affected.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a study that aims to optimize rain gauge placement in a newly developed hilly region.

💡 Hint: Consider environmental and societal factors in placement.

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