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