Welcome to your Water Resources (Quiz) 1. Which of the following statements regarding traditional rainwater harvesting techniques in India is INCORRECT? People in the Western Himalayas built diversion channels like 'guls' for agriculture. Underground tanks or 'tankas' were used in Rajasthan for storing drinking water. 'Johads' were constructed in various parts of Rajasthan to enhance water storage. Rooftop rainwater harvesting was mainly practiced for industrial use. None 2. What could the over-exploitation of groundwater result in? Increased rainfall Falling groundwater levels Permanent irrigation Rising groundwater levels None 3. What is the goal of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)? To stop groundwater depletion To supply 55 litres of potable piped water per person per day in rural areas To provide hydroelectric power to urban centers To promote water recycling in industries None 4. By 2025, how many people are predicted to live in absolute water scarcity? 4 billion 500 million 2 billion 1 billion None 5. Why do regions face water scarcity despite water being a renewable resource? Poor soil quality Lack of oceans Unequal distribution of rainfall Excessive rainfall None 6. What is one modern way India has continued ancient traditions of water management? Use of wells Construction of hydraulic dams Rainwater harvesting Water recycling None 7. Where is Bamboo drip Irrigation system is prevalent? Rajasthan Andhra Pradesh Jammu and Kashmir Meghalaya None 8. What is the primary source of usable freshwater? Glaciers Oceans Surface runoff and groundwater Rainwater only None 9. Which sector in India uses the highest amount of water? Hydroelectric power plants Domestic households Industrial sector Agriculture None 10. Which of the following is NOT a consequence of large dams and multi-purpose projects? Soil salinisation due to changing cropping patterns Fragmentation of rivers, making it difficult for aquatic fauna to migrate Reduction in water-borne diseases due to better flood control Poor sediment flow affecting aquatic life None Time's upTime is Up!
