Identify from the map given in the text, the region in our country mostly affected by drought, What steps can be taken by the authorities and communities to curb the menace of the same?
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The probabilities are high in the arid zone (Western India) compared with other subdivisions.
- Can plant trees for soil conservation.
- Can collectively contribute in terms of labour and money towards constructing water harvesting structures.
- Drought monitoring and early warning system.
- A chain of cold storages can be created along with Post Harvest Management practices.
- Authorities can ensure that essential commodities are accessible to households which are BPL.
- Can promote agricultural insurance programmes and ensure that farmers are informed about the availability of insurance products.
- Can plant trees for soil conservation.
- Can collectively contribute in terms of labour and money towards constructing water harvesting structures.
- Drought monitoring and early warning system.
- A chain of cold storages can be created along with Post Harvest Management practices.
- Authorities can ensure that essential commodities are accessible to households which are BPL.
- Can promote agricultural insurance programmes and ensure that farmers are informed about the availability of insurance products.
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