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  Why is the scarcity of water increasing day by day in India? Explain any three reasons. Or Explain any four reasons responsible for water scarcity in India.

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                  Reasons of scarcity of water are (i) The rapidly growing population has increased the demand for water used for drinking and domestic purposes. (ii) The rising demand of food and cash crops which require larger amounts of water has reduced water available. (iii) Water resources are being over-exploited about expanding irrigated areas and also to meet the need for growing another crop in the dry season. (iv) Industrialisation has increased and industrial processes require large amounts of water.