Water Resources (Quiz) - Social Science

Welcome to your Water Resources (Quiz)

1.

What is the goal of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)?

To stop groundwater depletion

To provide hydroelectric power to urban centers

To promote water recycling in industries

To supply 55 litres of potable piped water per person per day in rural areas

2.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of large dams and multi-purpose projects?

Fragmentation of rivers, making it difficult for aquatic fauna to migrate

Soil salinisation due to changing cropping patterns

Poor sediment flow affecting aquatic life

Reduction in water-borne diseases due to better flood control

3.

By 2025, how many people are predicted to live in absolute water scarcity?

500 million

2 billion

4 billion

1 billion

4.

What could the over-exploitation of groundwater result in?

Permanent irrigation

Falling groundwater levels

Increased rainfall

Rising groundwater levels

5.

Where is Bamboo drip Irrigation system is prevalent?

Rajasthan

Jammu and Kashmir

Meghalaya

Andhra Pradesh

6.

Why do regions face water scarcity despite water being a renewable resource?

Unequal distribution of rainfall

Excessive rainfall

Poor soil quality

Lack of oceans

7.

Which of the following statements regarding traditional rainwater harvesting techniques in India is INCORRECT?

'Johads' were constructed in various parts of Rajasthan to enhance water storage.

People in the Western Himalayas built diversion channels like 'guls' for agriculture.

Rooftop rainwater harvesting was mainly practiced for industrial use.

Underground tanks or 'tankas' were used in Rajasthan for storing drinking water.

8.

What is one modern way India has continued ancient traditions of water management?

Water recycling

Use of wells

Rainwater harvesting

Construction of hydraulic dams

9.

What is the primary source of usable freshwater?

Oceans

Rainwater only

Surface runoff and groundwater

Glaciers

10.

Which sector in India uses the highest amount of water?

Agriculture

Industrial sector

Domestic households

Hydroelectric power plants

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