Which of the following reasons does not lead to water scarcity?

a. Deforestation

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b. Green House Gases

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c. Droughts

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d. Construction of Large Dams

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Solution

The correct option is D
d. Construction of Large Dams

Answer
Option (d) Construction of Large Dams
What is water scarcity?
Water is one of the basic necessities for every living being and we cannot imagine a life without water. It is the natural resource and the main constituent of our planet earth. Water scarcity is insufficient freshwater resources to meet the human and environmental demands of a given area.
Causes of water scarcity
The few causes of water scarcity are listed below
Climate change
Natural calamities such as droughts and floods
Increased human consumption
Overuse and wastage of water

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