Question

What is the primary goal of recharging ground water aquifers?

विकल्प

• To store water in tanks for later use.

• To restore ground water level by increasing infiltration.

• To transport water across regions.

• To irrigate crops using underground pipelines.

Answer 1

To restore ground water level by increasing infiltration.

Explanation:

Groundwater recharge uses structures like borewells, percolation pits and recharge trenches to direct rainwater into the soil so it percolates down to the aquifer, raising groundwater levels and making water available year‑round.