Q. With reference to various lift irrigation projects in India, consider the following statements:

1. Both Rayalaseema and Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Schemes are on Krishna River
2. Both Kaleshwaram and Devadula Lift Irrigation Schemes are on Godavari River

Which of the above is/ are correct?
Answer: Both 1 & 2
Notes: The Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme in Andhra Pradesh lifts water from the Krishna River to the Potireddypadu canal. The Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project connects the Krishna and Godavari Rivers in Andhra Pradesh. The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme, the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation project, is located on the Godavari River in Telangana. The Devadula Lift Irrigation Scheme also operates on the Godavari River in Telangana.

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