Why is the 'Urban Waste Disposal' a serious problem in India? Explain any three reasons.
Study the diagram given below, showing the location of an important steel plant of India and answer the questions that follow:
(19.1) Identify the steel plant and name it.
(19.2) Mention the thermal power plant which supplies power to it.
(19.3) Mention the source of water for this plant.
Analyse the economic and social values of rainwater harvesting.
The economic and social values of rainwater harvesting:
(i) It is a low cost and eco-friendly technique for preserving every drop of water by guiding the rain water to bore well, pits and wells.
(ii) Rainwater harvesting increases water availability and checks the declining ground water table.
(iii) Improves the quality of groundwater through dilution of contaminants like fluoride and nitrates.