Water Resources (Quiz) - Social Science

Welcome to your Water Resources (Quiz)

1.

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

To provide hydroelectric power to urban centers

To promote water recycling in industries

To stop groundwater depletion

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

2.

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

4 billion

2 billion

1 billion

500 million

3.

What is the primary source of usable freshwater?

Glaciers

Oceans

Surface runoff and groundwater

Rainwater only

4.

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

Lack of oceans

Poor soil quality

Excessive rainfall

Unequal distribution of rainfall

5.

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

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

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.

6.

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

Use of wells

Water recycling

Rainwater harvesting

Construction of hydraulic dams

7.

What could the over-exploitation of groundwater result in?

Rising groundwater levels

Increased rainfall

Falling groundwater levels

Permanent irrigation

8.

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

Reduction in water-borne diseases due to better flood control

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

Soil salinisation due to changing cropping patterns

Poor sediment flow affecting aquatic life

9.

Which sector in India uses the highest amount of water?

Agriculture

Hydroelectric power plants

Domestic households

Industrial sector

10.

Where is Bamboo drip Irrigation system is prevalent?

Jammu and Kashmir

Rajasthan

Meghalaya

Andhra Pradesh

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