Question

Study the graph on water availability and answer the question that follow.

Suggest four ways to improve the average availability of water per person in India.

Answer 1

Measures:

1. A reservoir should be created to store water.
2. Rainwater harvesting systems should be created to tap wastage or flow of surface or ground water.
3. Waste water should be recycled.
4. Disposal of the waste in water should be stopped/limited.
5. Proper water management with efficient irrigation systems should be put in place.