Question

Give reasons for the following.

There is water scarcity in India despite the monsoons.

Answer 1

1. Rainfall is unevenly distributed across different regions of the country.
2. Monsoon rainfall is seasonal, occurring mainly during a few months.
3. Rainfall is highly variable, with some areas receiving floods while others face droughts.
4. Rapid population growth and urbanisation increase the demand for water.
5. Over-exploitation of groundwater for agriculture and other activities reduces water availability.