Which of the following statements is not an argument in favour of multi-purpose river projects?

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Multi-purpose projects bring water to those areas which suffer from water scarcity.

Multi-purpose projects by regulating water flow help to control floods.

Multi-purpose projects lead to large-scale displacements and loss of livelihood.

Multi-purpose projects generate electricity for our industries and our homes.

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The following statements are not an argument in favour of multi-purpose river projects. Multi-purpose projects lead to large-scale displacements and loss of livelihood.
Multi-purpose river projects, also referred to as "Dams," have significantly boosted the Indian economy, leading Jawaharlal Nehru to proudly refer to them as the "Temples of Modern India."
Among India's well-known dams are
Hirakud Dam (largest), Tehri Dam (Tallest), and Bhakra Nangal Dam (2nd tallest).
Apart from producing water, dams also have the following advantages:
1)      Control the water's flow.
2)      Prevent the occurrence of drought and flooding
3)      This renewable and environmentally benign energy source Produces power using water resources.
4)      Lessen the surrounding communities' water shortage.
The greatest disadvantage of them, nevertheless, is the uprooting of the local population from their customs.

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