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Geological Engineering · Q51

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 51

Q51

What is the primary cause of groundwater depletion in many areas?

A.
Over-irrigation
Answer
B.
Natural rainfall
C.
Soil erosion
D.
Earthquakes

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Over-irrigation leads to excessive withdrawal of groundwater beyond natural recharge rates.This causes lowering of water tables and resource depletion.