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Ritika RathAIR 48

Question 19Discuss, ExplainGS1GS1

Discuss various factors contributing to the water woes faced by Indian cities. Also, explain complexities in implementing a comprehensive water management plan.

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Introduction

Indian cities are characterised by increasing shortage of water supply to meet even basic needs.

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Main Body

Factors contributing to water woes

1Inefficient water management system leading to wastage.
2Lack of water treatment plants to reuse water. Ex- newer technologies, especially in Japan, are able to treat toilet water to drinkable purity levels.
3Lack of rainwater harvesting measures. Ex- only Tamil Nadu has made rooftop rainwater harvesting structures compulsory.
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  • Good comparative examples from Japan and Tamil Nadu

Topper

Ritika Rath

AIR 48

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Indian Society

Urbanization

Water management in cities

Writing Stats

70

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