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Hydrological Education in India

Description: This quiz aims to evaluate your understanding of the hydrological education system in India. It covers topics related to the availability of water resources, water management practices, and the role of education in promoting sustainable water use.
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Which of the following is the primary source of water for irrigation in India?

  1. Groundwater

  2. Surface water

  3. Rainwater harvesting

  4. Desalination


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Groundwater is the primary source of water for irrigation in India, accounting for approximately 60% of the total water used for agricultural purposes.

What is the name of the national mission launched by the Government of India to address the water crisis?

  1. National Water Mission

  2. National River Conservation Mission

  3. National Rural Drinking Water Mission

  4. National Urban Drinking Water Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Water Mission was launched in 2011 with the aim of ensuring water security and sustainable water management in India.

Which of the following is NOT a major river basin in India?

  1. Ganga-Brahmaputra Basin

  2. Indus Basin

  3. Narmada Basin

  4. Godavari Basin


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Narmada Basin is not a major river basin in India. The other three options are major river basins in the country.

What is the name of the largest reservoir in India?

  1. Hirakud Dam

  2. Tehri Dam

  3. Bhakra Nangal Dam

  4. Nagarjuna Sagar Dam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hirakud Dam is the largest reservoir in India, located in Odisha. It was constructed on the Mahanadi River.

Which of the following is NOT a major water-related issue faced by India?

  1. Water scarcity

  2. Water pollution

  3. Floods

  4. Droughts


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Floods are not a major water-related issue faced by India. The other three options are major water-related issues faced by the country.

What is the name of the organization responsible for regulating water resources in India?

  1. Central Water Commission

  2. National Water Development Agency

  3. Water Resources Group

  4. National River Conservation Directorate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Central Water Commission is the organization responsible for regulating water resources in India.

Which of the following is NOT a major source of water pollution in India?

  1. Industrial wastewater

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Domestic sewage

  4. Deforestation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deforestation is not a major source of water pollution in India. The other three options are major sources of water pollution in the country.

What is the name of the program launched by the Government of India to promote rainwater harvesting?

  1. Jal Shakti Abhiyan

  2. Atal Bhujal Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana

  4. Jal Jeevan Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jal Shakti Abhiyan is the program launched by the Government of India to promote rainwater harvesting.

Which of the following is NOT a major water conservation technique practiced in India?

  1. Drip irrigation

  2. Sprinkler irrigation

  3. Flood irrigation

  4. Rainwater harvesting


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Flood irrigation is not a major water conservation technique practiced in India. The other three options are major water conservation techniques practiced in the country.

What is the name of the national mission launched by the Government of India to clean up rivers?

  1. National River Conservation Mission

  2. National Water Mission

  3. National Rural Drinking Water Mission

  4. National Urban Drinking Water Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National River Conservation Mission was launched in 1995 with the aim of cleaning up rivers in India.

Which of the following is NOT a major challenge faced by India in terms of water management?

  1. Water scarcity

  2. Water pollution

  3. Floods

  4. Droughts


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Floods are not a major challenge faced by India in terms of water management. The other three options are major challenges faced by the country in terms of water management.

What is the name of the organization responsible for providing technical assistance and guidance on water resources development in India?

  1. Central Water Commission

  2. National Water Development Agency

  3. Water Resources Group

  4. National River Conservation Directorate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Water Development Agency is the organization responsible for providing technical assistance and guidance on water resources development in India.

Which of the following is NOT a major source of water pollution in India?

  1. Industrial wastewater

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Domestic sewage

  4. Deforestation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deforestation is not a major source of water pollution in India. The other three options are major sources of water pollution in the country.

What is the name of the program launched by the Government of India to promote rainwater harvesting?

  1. Jal Shakti Abhiyan

  2. Atal Bhujal Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana

  4. Jal Jeevan Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jal Shakti Abhiyan is the program launched by the Government of India to promote rainwater harvesting.

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