Water Condition and Water Challenges in Maharashtra — Flashcards
Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · Water Security
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Why is it important to understand the availability of water before managing it?
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Water can be managed properly only when its availability is known. If the amount of water, its sources, and its distribution are understood, planning becomes easier for drinking water, farming, and in…
What is the annual average rainfall of Maharashtra State?
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The annual average rainfall of Maharashtra State is approximately 1360 mm.
How much rainfall does Konkan receive each year?
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Konkan receives 2000 to 3500 mm of rainfall each year. It is the wettest region of Maharashtra and has the highest water availability for human use.
What happens when the Sahyadri range blocks southwest monsoon winds?
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The Sahyadri range blocks moisture-laden southwest monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea. As a result, the eastern side gets less rain and a rain shadow region forms. This dry area is called a drought re…
What is meant by a drought region in Maharashtra?
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A drought region is the area where rain shadow is formed because of the Sahyadri range. Rainfall there is low, about 300 to 500 mm, and water scarcity is common.
How much area and population of Maharashtra are affected by the drought region?
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About 61,600 sq km of Maharashtra lies in the drought region. This is about 20% of the total area and about 6% of the total population of the state.
What is the rainfall pattern in different regions of Maharashtra?
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Konkan receives 2000 to 3500 mm rainfall. Western Maharashtra receives about 500 mm to 750 mm. Vidarbha east of the Sahyadri receives about 1000 to 1400 mm. The eastern rainfed region part of Sahyadri…
What does the quote "It is said that only that can be measured which can be managed." mean in water management?
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It means that water management starts with knowing how much water is available, how much is used, and where it is stored. Measurement makes planning possible.
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