The Government wants to prepare a plan for drought prone areas of the

The Government wants to prepare a plan for drought prone areas of the country. Which one of the following regions will be predominantly focused ?

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Coastal Andhra Pradesh

Ganga plains

North-eastern region

Kutch region

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Drought-prone areas in India are typically characterized by low and erratic rainfall, leading to frequent water scarcity. The Kutch region in Gujarat is part of an arid and semi-arid belt in Western India that consistently experiences low rainfall and is particularly susceptible to drought conditions.

Compared to the other options, Kutch falls within a geographical area known for its desert/semi-desert climate and inherent vulnerability to drought, making it a primary focus for drought management and mitigation planning.

Other significantly drought-prone regions in India include parts of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra (Vidarbha and Marathwada), Karnataka (North Interior Karnataka), Andhra Pradesh (Rayalaseema), Telangana, and parts of Tamil Nadu and Odisha. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and the Ganga plains receive relatively higher rainfall, while the North-eastern region receives very high rainfall.

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