Question

How does urbanization and urban lifestyle lead to over exploitation of water resources ? Explain.

CBSE Class X Social Science SA ( 3 marks)

Answer 1

Post independent India witnessed intensive industrialisation and urbanization.
(a) Arrival of MNC’s : Apart from fresh water they require electricity which comes from hydroelectric power.
(b) Multiplying urban centers with large and dense populations and urban life styles have not only added to water and energy requirements but have further aggravated the problem.
(c) Large-scale migration from rural to urban areas is causing over exploitation of water resources.