Question

Identify the reason for water scarcity.

• A. Increasing rate of population
• B. Increasing rate of industries
• C. Both A and B
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both A and B

70% of the earth's surface is covered with water, yet only around 3% is fit for human consumption.The remaining is frozen or salty.The consumption of water goes on increasing due to population,eventually leading to scarcity of water. The industrial wastes pollute the water reservoirs, making it unfit for human consumption.