Question

The ground water level of a particular area will increase if:

• A. Amount of infiltration < Amount of ground water used
• B. Amount of infiltration > Amount of ground water used
• C. Rate of evaporation < Amount of ground water used
• D. Rate of evaporation > Amount of ground water used

Answer 1

The correct option is B Amount of infiltration > Amount of ground water used

If the amount of water that is fed underground is more than the usage, it will lead to an increase in the groundwater level. This is achieved by taking steps like reduction of unnecessary water, keeping check on the usage of water by industries, prohibiting the release of effluents and toxic chemicals in water, etc.