A particular region in some state of India is observing a constant decrease in the water table. Identify the most probable reason for the same.

Water table is not found in that place

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Excessive rainfall

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Less use of groundwater

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Excessive use of groundwater and shortage of rainfall

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The correct option is D
Excessive use of groundwater and shortage of rainfall

Groundwater depletion is observed when the groundwater overconsumption is not constantly replenished by water bodies like lakes and flowing rivers or rainfall. Hence, both the shortage of rainfall and excessive use of groundwater will lead to depletion of water table.

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