Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Water resources

Question:

Which of the following statements is incorrect about the utilization of groundwater in Indian states?

Options:

Groundwater utilization is very high in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu. 

States like Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Kerala, etc., which utilise only a small proportion of their groundwater potentials. 

States like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Tripura and Maharashtra utilize only a small proportion of their groundwater

None of the above

Correct Answer:

States like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Tripura and Maharashtra utilize only a small proportion of their groundwater

Explanation:

The total replenishable groundwater resources in the country are about 432 cubic km. The level of groundwater utilisation is relatively high in the river basins lying in north-western region and parts of south India. Groundwater utilization is very high in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu. However, there are States like Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Kerala, etc., which utilise only a small proportion of their groundwater potentials. States like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Tripura and Maharashtra are utilising their groundwater resources at a moderate rate. If the present trend continues, the demands for water would need the supplies. And such situation, will be detrimental to development, and can cause social upheaval and disruptions.