Worksheet: Water Resources | Geography Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: India's landmass makes up around _____ of the world's total area.

Q2: Annual precipitation provides India with _____ cubic km of water.

Q3: _____% of India's water resources come from surface and groundwater sources.

Q4: India relies on four main sources of surface water resources: rivers, lakes, ponds, and _____.

Q5: _____% of surface water and _____% of groundwater are utilized for domestic purposes.

Q6: _____% of groundwater resources are found in the Ganga and Brahmaputra basins.

Q7: The mean annual flow in all of India's river basins is estimated to be _____ cubic km.

Q8: Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan are the states with the highest level of _____.

Q9: Efficient management and conservation of surface water are the primary goals of _____.

Q10: According to the National Water Policy of 2002, the top priority for water allocation is _____.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: India's rivers have more water during the monsoon season.
Reason: The flow of water in a river is primarily controlled by the size of its catchment area and the amount of rainfall in that catchment area.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q2: Assertion: Punjab, Haryana, and Western Uttar Pradesh heavily rely on groundwater resources for irrigation.
Reason: These states have over 85% of their net cultivated area under irrigation.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q3: Assertion: Reusing and recycling water is a cost-effective method to preserve fresh water.
Reason: Industries can utilize low-quality water and their own wastewater for certain purposes.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q4: Assertion: The National Water Policy of 2002 prioritizes industrial use over hydro-power.
Reason: The policy aims to ensure that all humans and animals have access to water.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Q5: Assertion: Rainwater harvesting prevents soil erosion and flooding.
Reason: It increases water availability and enhances the quality of groundwater.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are false.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What percentage of India's population represents the world's population?

Q2: Name two states with a high level of groundwater utilization.

Q3: Which rivers have the most significant catchment areas in India?

Q4: What percentage of India's water resources are utilized for agriculture?

Q5: Which states have a moderate level of groundwater utilization?

Q6: What percentage of India's rivers are heavily polluted with organic and bacterial contaminants?

Q7: Name one traditional method of rainwater harvesting.

Q8: Which Indian state has made the construction of water harvesting structures compulsory in houses?

Q9: What is the primary goal of watershed management?

Q10: Which Act aimed to prevent pollution but was inadequate in curbing water pollution?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the factors that control the flow of water in rivers.

Q2: Describe the challenges posed by excessive groundwater withdrawal.

Q3: What are the harmful substances responsible for water pollution?

Q4: Explain the goals of India's National Water Policy of 2002.

Q5: Discuss the potential solutions for addressing water scarcity in India.

Q6: Explain the impact of excessive groundwater withdrawal on water quality.

Q7: Describe the significance of rainwater harvesting.

Q8: Discuss the measures mentioned in the text for preventing water pollution in India.

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the challenges faced by India in managing its water resources.

Q2: Discuss the impact of water pollution on India's rivers and groundwater.

Q3: Explain the importance of watershed management in conserving water resources.

Q4: Discuss the role of legislation and public awareness in addressing water pollution in India.

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