Example I : "Recent evidence suggests that the groundwater is under threat of overuse in parts of the country - Social Science - Rise of Nationalism in India (History)

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Example I :
"Recent evidence suggests that the groundwater is under threat of
overuse in parts of the country About 300 districts hare reported a
level decline of over 4 metres during the past 20 years Nearly
one-third of the country is overusing their groundwater reserves In
another 25 years, 60 cent of the country would be doing the same if
the present way of using this resource continues Groundwater
overuse is particularly found in the agriculturally prosperous
regions of Punjab and Western U P , hard rock plateau areas of
central and south India, some coastal areas and the rapidly growing
urban settlements "
(a) Why ground water is overused?
(b) Can there be development without Overuse?

Mukund Shrivastava · Accepted Answer

a)Groundwater is the largest source of usable, fresh water in
the world In many parts of the world, especially where
surface water supplies are not available, domestic, agricultural,
and industrial water needs can only be met by using the water
beneath the ground

b)Yes it is possible to have development
without overuse This is possible if we practice
sustainable development which involves using of
resources judiciously Instead of using groundwater resources for
irrigation, sprinklers can be used