Baseline Water Stress in India and Worldwide

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Which country placed thirteenth among the world's 17 'extremely water-stressed' countries?

India (correct)

United States

Brazil

China

What percentage of annually available surface water is used in highly water-stressed areas of India?

Around 30%

Less than 20%

Exactly 50%

More than 40% (correct)

How many fecal coliform bacteria per 100 mL are found in the Ganga river, posing a threat to human health?

90,000

30,000

10,000

60,000 (correct)

What percentage of Delhi's waste is thrown into the Yamuna river?

57% Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the data collected for the number of habitations affected by water quality problems in rural India?

2009 Signup and view all the answers

What is a point source pollution?

A single, identifiable source of pollution like a pipe or drain Signup and view all the answers

What type of pollution considers heat as a contributing factor?

Thermal pollution Signup and view all the answers

Which activity can lead to nutrient pollution in water bodies according to the text?

Agricultural runoff Signup and view all the answers

What is a common source of thermal pollution mentioned in the text?

Power plants discharging cooling water into rivers Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can impact aquatic ecosystems by being transported into rivers and lakes?

Pesticides and herbicides Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the level of dissolved oxygen in water as temperature increases?

Decreases Signup and view all the answers

How can exposed soil from farming activities contribute to water pollution?

By carrying sediment into water bodies Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Indian cities are categorized as falling under water stress regions?

50% Signup and view all the answers

Which country has the largest population living in areas facing water scarcity?

India Signup and view all the answers

How much of the wastewater produced in India is currently being treated?

37% Signup and view all the answers

In which sustainable development goal (SDG) is clean water and sanitation addressed?

SDG 06 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key objectives of Target 6.3 under SDG 06?

Improve water quality by reducing pollution Signup and view all the answers

Which SDG emphasizes protecting and restoring water-related ecosystems like mountains, forests, and rivers?