Question

Water use is increasing every year since 1950 by

• A. 4-8%
• B. 2 4%
• C. 1 - 2%
• D. 8 -10%

Answer 1

The correct option is A 4-8%

Water use is increasing every year since 1950 by 4% to 8%. Electricity water use increased almost 400% since 1950. The use of irrigation water increased by about 29% since 1950. Maximum water is used to grow food for increasing population. Apart from this, the majority of water is used for thermoelectric power and as public supply.

Thus, the correct answer is '4-8%.'