Question

Floods and droughts occur regularly in India. Discuss any two measures each undertaken to solve these climatic hazards.

Answer 1

1. Two measures to solve floods:
   1. Construction of Dams and Reservoirs: Dams help to store excess rainwater during heavy rains and control the flow of rivers, which helps prevent flooding.
   2. Improving Drainage Systems: Building proper drainage systems in cities and villages allows rainwater to flow away quickly, reducing waterlogging and floods.
2. Two measures to solve droughts:
   1. Rainwater Harvesting: Collecting and storing rainwater in tanks or underground helps provide water during dry periods.
   2. Drought-Resistant Crops: Growing crops that need less water, like millets and pulses, helps farmers manage in areas where there is very little rain.