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Which of the following statements is incorrect: (a) Rainwater harvesting includes the collection and storage of rainwater.

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Question

Which of the following statements is incorrect:

Options

  • Rainwater harvesting includes the collection and storage of rainwater.

  • Rainwater harvesting helps in solving the problem of water crisis in rural areas.

  • Excess rainwater harvesting may cause floods.

  • Rainwater harvesting helps in recharging the groundwater table.

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Solution

Excess rainwater harvesting may cause floods.

Explanation:

Rainwater harvesting is a water management technology that captures and stores surface runoff, reducing the amount of water entering drainage systems and lowering the danger of local flooding. Statements (a), (b), and (d) are factually valid because the procedure collects rainfall, serves as an important alternate water source to alleviate rural problems, and naturally replenishes subsurface aquifers.

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