31. a) Suggest some measures to mitigate the problems of floods and
droughts simultaneously occurring in different parts of the country?
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b) "Today, more judicious use of water for all is feasible through
careful planning, collective action and appropriate laws" explain.
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Some parts in India experience floods and droughts at the same time because monsoon is not uniform in India. Monsoon winds blow more over some areas bringing heavy rainfall and floods.Heavy rainfall occurs along the Western coast and the Northeast which causes floods every year.Heavy rains lead to rise in the water level of rivers, seas and oceans. Water gets accumulated in the coastal areas which results in floods. These floods cause extensive damage to crops, domestic animals, property and human life. During floods, many animals get carried away by the force of water and eventually die. Control of Floods. Some methods of flood control have been practiced since ancient times. These methods include planting vegetation to retain extra water, terracing hillsides to slow flow downhill, and the construction of floodways (man-made channels to divert floodwater).
Drought Management
Close monitoring of the emerging drought scenario so as develop an advance warning system.
Relief measures required for providing immediate succor to the affected population and the upkeep of the cattle wealth, and if possible to integrate it with long term objectives and.