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Water is a prime natural resource, a basic human need and a precious national asset. Planning, development and management of water Resources need to be governed by national perspectives. India accounts for about 2.45 per cent of world’s surface area, 4 per cent of the world’s Water Resources and about 16 per cent of … Read more
Drainage: Flow of water through well-defined channels. Network of such channels is called a Drainage System . Drainage basin: An area drained by a river and its tributaries. Watershed: Boundary line separating one drainage basin from other. River basins are larger watersheds. Drainage pattern of an area depends on the geological time period, nature and … Read more
Water Resources Rainfall: With an Average annual rainfall of 1,170 mm, India is one of the wettest countries in the world. At one extreme are areas like Cherrapunji, in the northeast, which is drenched each year with 11,000 mm of rainfall, and at the other extreme are places like Jaisalmer, in the west, which receives … Read more
Irrigation Schemes in India: A Lifeline for Agriculture and Economic Growth India, a land of diverse landscapes and a vast agricultural sector, relies heavily on irrigation to ensure food security and economic prosperity. The country’s irrigation infrastructure, a complex network of canals, reservoirs, and groundwater extraction systems, plays a crucial role in sustaining its agricultural … Read more
The Silent Epidemic: Diseases Caused by Environmental Degradation The Earth, our home, is facing a multitude of environmental challenges, from climate change to pollution and deforestation. These challenges are not just abstract concepts; they have a direct and devastating impact on human health, leading to a silent epidemic of diseases caused by environmental degradation. This … Read more
The Intricate Web of Water: Exploring India’s Drainage Systems India, a land of diverse landscapes and climates, is intricately woven with a network of rivers, streams, and drainage systems that have shaped its history, culture, and economy. From the mighty Indus in the west to the vast Brahmaputra in the east, these watercourses have sustained … Read more
Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABY): Fostering Sustainable Groundwater Management Introduction India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich agricultural heritage, faces a critical challenge: declining groundwater levels. Over-extraction, coupled with inadequate management practices, has led to a looming water crisis, threatening the country’s food security, economic growth, and social well-being. Recognizing the urgency of this situation, … Read more