Welcome to your Water Resources (Quiz) 1. What is one modern way India has continued ancient traditions of water management? Construction of hydraulic dams Water recycling Rainwater harvesting Use of wells None 2. Which sector in India uses the highest amount of water? Domestic households Agriculture Hydroelectric power plants Industrial sector None 3. What could the over-exploitation of groundwater result in? Permanent irrigation Falling groundwater levels Increased rainfall Rising groundwater levels None 4. 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 Reduction in water-borne diseases due to better flood control Soil salinisation due to changing cropping patterns Poor sediment flow affecting aquatic life None 5. By 2025, how many people are predicted to live in absolute water scarcity? 2 billion 4 billion 500 million 1 billion None 6. Why do regions face water scarcity despite water being a renewable resource? Lack of oceans Excessive rainfall Poor soil quality Unequal distribution of rainfall 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? Rainwater only Oceans Glaciers Surface runoff and groundwater None 9. 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 None 10. 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. 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. None Time's upTime is Up!
