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Water Resources
What do know about lagoons and backwaters of India?
Lagoons and Backwaters:
(i) India has a vast coastline and the coast is very indented in some states. Due to this, a number of lagoons and lakes have formed.
(ii) The States like Kerala, Orissa and West Bengal have vast surface water resources in these lagoons and lakes.
(iii) Although, water is generally brackish in these water bodies, it is used for fishing and irrigating certain varieties of paddy crops, coconut, etc.
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What can be possible impacts of consumption of contaminated/unclean water on the people?
Discuss the availability of water resources in the country and factors that determine its spatial distribution?
The depleting water resources may lead to social conflicts and disputes. Elaborate it with suitable examples.
What is watershed management? Do you think it can play an important role in sustainable development?
What are the major water resources?
Why is the great plains of India rich in ground water resources?
Mention the three principal usages of water.
Mention the various Methods of Rain water Harvesting with diagrams.
Define water quality. How does water get polluted? Examine.
Name the two most highly polluted rivers in the country.
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