Question

By what structures the regulator can control the supplies entering the off take channel?

(a) Sluice Gates

(b) Falls

(c) Piers and Planks

(d) Dams

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Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) Piers and Planks

For explanation: The regulator consists of essential parts like piers which are placed across the canal at regular intervals with grooves, in which either planks or gates can be used to control the supplies entering off take channel.