Question

explain how increase in population results in depleting water table.

Answer 1

The increasing population creates more demand for water. More number of wells and bores will be dug out to meet the demands of the growing population. Increasing population means more number of industries, constructions of buildings and roads, pavements etc. All these activities decrease the seepage of water into the ground. To meet the food needs of the growing population, the agriculture industry should also be increased. Increase in agriculture activities utilises water mainly from rainwater, canal water or underground water. In some places where there is less rainfall, agriculture mainly depends on the round water causing depletion of water table.