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Question

Consider the following statements:
The daily per capita consumption of water increased with
1. Higher standard of living of people
2. Availability of sewerage in the city
3. Metered water supply
4. Wholesome and potable quality of water
Which of these statements are correct?

A
2, 3 and 4
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1, 2 and 4
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1, 2 and 3
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1, 3 and 4
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Solution

The correct option is C 1, 2 and 3
Factors affecting per capita demand:
  • Size of the city: Per capita demand for big cities is generally large as compared to that for smaller towns as big cities have sewered houses.
  • Presence of industries.
  • Climatic conditions.
  • Habits of people and their economic status.
  • Quality of water: If water is aesthetically & medically safe, the consumption will increase as people will not resort to private wells, etc.
  • Pressure in the distribution system.
  • Efficiency of water works administration: Leaks in water mains and services; and unauthorised use of water can be kept to a minimum by surveys.
  • Cost of water.
  • Policy of metering and charging method: Water tax is charged in two different ways: on the basis of meter reading and on the basis of certain fixed monthly rate.

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