{"id":76736,"date":"2024-04-20T12:35:51","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=76736"},"modified":"2024-04-20T12:35:51","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:35:51","slug":"factors-contributing-to-bihars-high-flood-risk-include","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/factors-contributing-to-bihars-high-flood-risk-include\/","title":{"rendered":"Factors contributing to Bihar&#8217;s high flood risk include:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Heavy monsoon rainfall&#8221; option2=&#8221;Terrain and topography&#8221; option3=&#8221;Deforestation in catchment areas&#8221; option4=&#8221;All of the above&#8221; correct=&#8221;option4&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>d) All of the above<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bihar is a state in eastern India that is prone to floods. The main factors contributing to Bihar&#8217;s high flood risk are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Heavy monsoon rainfall:<\/strong> Bihar receives an average of 1,000 mm of rainfall per year, most of which falls during the monsoon season (June-September). This heavy rainfall can cause rivers to overflow their banks, leading to flooding.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Terrain and topography:<\/strong> Bihar is located in a low-lying region, with many rivers and tributaries. This makes it particularly vulnerable to flooding.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deforestation in catchment areas:<\/strong> Deforestation can lead to soil erosion and increased runoff, which can worsen flooding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to these factors, climate change is also expected to increase the risk of flooding in Bihar. As the Earth&#8217;s temperature rises, the intensity and frequency of monsoon rains are expected to increase. This could lead to more severe flooding in Bihar in the future.<\/p>\n<p>The government of Bihar has taken some steps to mitigate the risk of flooding, such as building embankments and flood control structures. 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