Out of the given options, choose the one which can be substituted for the given phrase\ sentence:

'Scarcity of rain or water'

Drought

The correct answer is Option (4) → Drought

"Drought" refers to a prolonged period of scarcity of rain or water, often leading to dry conditions and water shortage.

• Option (1) → Flood: An overflow of water, opposite of drought.

• Option (2) → Dryness: A general term, but not specific to rain or water scarcity.

• Option (3) → Dehydration: A medical condition due to loss of water from the body, not related to environmental water scarcity.