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How much area and population is affected by droughts in India?
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Solution
- Area Affected: About 30% of the total land area in India is drought-prone.
- Population Affected: Approximately 50 million people are affected by droughts in India every year.
- Droughts mainly affect agriculture, water supply, and livelihoods, especially in semi-arid regions like Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
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