Recent evidence suggests that the overuse of groundwater

“Recent evidence suggests that the overuse of groundwater is becoming a serious threat in many parts of the country.” Evaluate the statement in the context of sustainability of development.

• Answer:
  1. Sustainability refers to that kind of economic development that should take place without damaging the environment and development in the present should not compromise with the need of the future generations.parts of the country due to population growth and agricultural practices.
  2. Ground water is an example of renewable resources. These resources are replenished by nature. 
  3. The over use ground water is becoming a serious threat in many parts of the country due to population growth and agricultural practices.
  4. Excessive use of ground water for irrigation can deplete ground water level. 
  5. A lack of effective policies and regulation can lead to unsustainable ground water use. 
  6. About 300 districts have reported a water level decline of over 4 meters during the past 20 years. 
  7. Nearly one third of the country is over using their ground waterreserves.
  8. In another 25 years, 60 percent of the country would be doing thesame if the present way of using this resource continues.prevent pollution of ground water.
  9. Ground water overuse is particularly found in the agriculturally prosperous regions of Punjab and Western Uttar Pradesh etc. 
  10. Judicious use of water resources. 
  11. Control over dumping of excessive and toxic waste on land to prevent pollution of ground water.

   

    

• Exam Year: 2025