What are the major factors leading to shertage of freshwater
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1.Population:this cause unequal access of water facility.
2.industrialisation and urbanisation-industries not only uses water during production but about 22%of electricity generated comes from hydel power generation.
3.pollution-pollution of water due to chemicals,fertilisers etc. makes water hazardous for human use
4.decreasing groundwater tables-Most farmers have wells connected for underground water. Also housing societies in urban areas use underground water.this decreasing groundwater table endangering food security of people.
5.seasonal and annual precipitation
6.higher food grain production-water resources are being exploited to expand irrigated area and dry season agriculture
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