Water as Economic Good

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Water has become an economic good because:

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Water has become an economic good because:

  1. Water is available in abundance
  2. Past development has polluted and dried up rivers and aquifers ✓ Correct
  3. Government has increased water supply
  4. Rainfall has increased
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Past development has polluted and dried up rivers and other aquifers making water an economic good.

Key Points:
  • 70% of water in India is polluted.
  • This has led to water-borne diseases.
  • Intensive extraction has exhausted resources.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A, C, D: Water scarcity and pollution have made water an economic good.

📚 About this Topic — CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

This multiple choice question is from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.

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