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The document discusses the critical role of water in human life, agriculture, and economic development, while highlighting the growing global concern of water scarcity due to natural and human-induced factors. It identifies climate change, pollution, overuse, and poor management as key contributors to the crisis, particularly in regions like India. The conclusion emphasizes the need for strong government policies and collective efforts to conserve water for a sustainable future.

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The document discusses the critical role of water in human life, agriculture, and economic development, while highlighting the growing global concern of water scarcity due to natural and human-induced factors. It identifies climate change, pollution, overuse, and poor management as key contributors to the crisis, particularly in regions like India. The conclusion emphasizes the need for strong government policies and collective efforts to conserve water for a sustainable future.

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CHANDRIKA
PURVI
SHREYANSHI
SAMIKSHA
PALAK
Introduction
• Water is essential for all forms of life and plays a vital role in human
development. It is needed for basic survival functions such as drinking,
digestion, and maintaining body temperature. Water supports agriculture by
enabling crop growth and irrigation, and it is a key resource in industries for
manufacturing and cooling processes. It drives economic development through
power generation, especially hydroelectricity, and supports sectors like
tourism and fisheries. Water also helps maintain ecological balance by
sustaining rivers, lakes, and wildlife. In daily life, it is crucial for hygiene,
cooking, cleaning, and overall public health.
• Water scarcity is a growing global concern affecting billions of
people. Many regions, especially in Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia,
face severe water shortages due to climate change, overuse, and poor
management. In India, the crisis is equally serious—rivers are drying up,
groundwater levels are falling, and many villages and cities struggle with
irregular or unsafe water supply. Rapid urbanization, pollution, and
mismanagement of resources have made the situation worse, making it urgent
to take action at both global and local levels.
Natural Causes
• Climate change is one of the major causes of water shortage
worldwide.
• irregular rainfall, making it difficult to predict and manage water supplies.
• Melting glaciers, which are natural sources of freshwater, are shrinking rapidly,
reducing the long-term availability of water.
• prolonged droughts, leading to dry rivers, poor crop growth, and severe stress
on groundwater resources. These changes are making water supply less reliable
and more difficult to manage.
• Geographical factors also play a key role in water scarcity.
• arid and semi-arid regions where rainfall is naturally low and water is
limited
• uneven distribution of water bodies, with some areas having
abundant rivers and lakes, while others have very few. This imbalance
makes it difficult to ensure equal access to water for all regions,
especially in countries with diverse climates and landscapes.
Human-Induced Causes
• Overuse and Overconsumption
• Inefficient irrigation practices, leaky infrastructure, and wasteful
consumption patterns exacerbate water scarcity.
• Pollution of Water Bodies
• Contamination of water sources through industrial, agricultural,
and domestic waste reduces the availability of clean, usable
water.
• Over-exploitation of Groundwater
• Excessive extraction of groundwater for various purposes leads to
depletion of aquifers and reduces their recharge rate.
Poor Water Management
• Inadequate infrastructure, inefficient distribution
systems, and lack of integrated water management
strategies contribute to water shortages.
• Weak government policies and poor planning often worsen
the water crisis. In many regions, there is a lack of proper
regulation over water usage, leading to over-extraction and
wastage. Inefficient management, such as delayed
infrastructure projects, lack of investment in water conservation,
and failure to enforce pollution control laws, further contribute to
the problem. Without strong and effective water policies,
sustainable water use and equal distribution become very difficult
to achieve.
Conclusion
• In conclusion, water shortage is a serious
issue caused by both natural and human-
made factors. Climate change, poor
management, pollution, and overuse are putting
immense pressure on our water resources. To
solve this crisis, we need strong government
policies, better awareness, and collective efforts
from individuals, communities, and industries.
Water is not unlimited—conserving it today
is the only way to ensure a secure and
healthy future for all.
THANK YOU

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