Water Scarcity and Floods
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What is a major cause of drought in Maharashtra?

  • Lack of rainfall due to climate change
  • Deforestation and soil erosion
  • Poor water management policies by the government
  • Overuse of water resources for high-productivity agriculture (correct)

    • What is the potential consequence of water scarcity mentioned in the text?

  • Economic recession due to lack of industrial water
  • Increased risk of natural disasters
  • Diplomatic tensions or conflicts between countries (correct)
  • Spread of water-borne diseases

    • What is a potential cause of drought?

  • Melting of glaciers due to global warming
  • Construction of dams and reservoirs
  • Planting of water-intensive crops like eucalyptus (correct)
  • Overgrazing by livestock

    • What does the text imply about the global water scarcity situation?

    <p>A significant portion of the world's population suffers from water scarcity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a potential impact of deforestation on water resources?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the relationship between urbanization and water scarcity?

    <p>The text does not mention urbanization or its impact on water scarcity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of floods in low-lying coastal areas?

    <p>Deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does overpopulation contribute to water scarcity?

    <p>Reduces ground water due to various activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What meteorological phenomenon leads to drought?

    <p>Annual rainfall below normal and less than evaporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does deforestation impact water resources?

    <p>Reduces transpiration rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity leads to overgrazing and contributes to drought?

    <p>Cattle farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does unplanned urbanization impact water scarcity?

    <p>Leads to reduced transpiration due to lack of tree cover</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary cause of water conflicts between countries in the Middle East?

    <p>Uneven distribution of freshwater resources among a large population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the World Health Organization (WHO), what percentage of the world's projected population in 2050 will live in areas with freshwater supply under pressure?

    <p>52%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an intra-state water conflict in India?

    <p>The Cauvery Water dispute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary factor contributing to increased pressure on freshwater supply, according to the WHO?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to water scarcity and conflicts over water resources?

    <p>Advances in water conservation and management practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act in India, what is the process for resolving water disputes between states?

    <p>The dispute is referred to a Tribunal (court) if negotiations fail</p> Signup and view all the answers

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