From the options given below, identify the cause of depletion of the underground water level.

Extensive use of chemicals

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High usage of fertilisers

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Excessive irrigation

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High involvement of manpower

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Solution

The correct option is C Excessive irrigation
Extraction of groundwater for irrigation is a common practise in many parts of the world. But, indiscriminate extraction and use of groundwater also causes problems. Over-irrigation of soil with groundwater results in depletion of groundwater level.

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