What are the reasons for water scarcity?

Overexploitation of water resources

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Unequal access to water

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Improved water quality

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Diminished water quality

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The correct option is D Diminished water quality
Water scarcity is an issue even in regions with adequate rainfall or regions with perennial river systems. The reasons for this are: over exploitation of water resources, reducing the quality of available water, and unequal access to water among different social groups.

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