The highest multipurpose dam built on the river Ravi is-

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The highest multipurpose dam built on the river Ravi is-

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The correct answer is option 3 - Ranjit Sagar dam. The Ranjit Sagar dam is the highest multipurpose dam built on the river Ravi. A multipurpose dam is a dam that serves multiple purposes, such as irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, flood control, and water supply. The Ranjit Sagar dam is located in the Pathankot district of Punjab in India. It was completed in the year 2000 and has a height of 160 meters, making it the tallest dam on the river Ravi. The dam has a storage capacity of 617 million cubic meters and a power generation capacity of 600 megawatts. It plays a crucial role in meeting the water and power needs of the region.