Question

The increase in urbanization and industrialization has affected not only the quantity, but also the__________.
A.Salinity of water resources
B.Quality of water resources
C.Accumulation of water resources
D.Potential of water resources.

Answer 1

Hint: Industrialization leads to urbanization by generating economic growth and job opportunities that attract people to cities. While being vital for economic growth, it can be harmful to the environment.

Complete Answer: Industrialization has historically led to urbanization. Urbanization generally starts up when a factory or multiple factories are organized within an area, thus developing a high desire for factory labor.

Impenetrable surfaces related with urbanization change the natural amount of water that takes each path. The effects of this alteration are a reduction in the volume of water that percolates into the ground, and results in the rise in volume and decline in quality of surface water.

Urbanization and Industrialization leads to change in the environment. It affects the surrounding negatively by promoting pollution, flooding, alteration in soil and water quality. When the hot effluents from the industry enter the water bodies, it degrades the quality of water. It has also proved to be fatal for marine life.

Hence, the correct option is B.

Note: Tamil Nadu is the most urbanized state in India. According to the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India has authorized Atal Bhujal Yojana, a Rs. 6000 Crore Central Sector Scheme, for sustainable administration of ground water resources with nation participation in water demanded blocks of Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.