“Indian monsoon is said to be a unifying bond for the people of the country.” Suppose the monsoon is disturbed for a prolonged period of time. What do you think, how will it affect the country?

In the following ways, it will affect the county

(i) There will be a change in the landscape.

(ii) The fauna and flora will be disturbed.

(iii) Due to a change in the cycle of the season, Indian agricultural cycle will be disturbed.

(iv) Many of the festivals like Baisakhi, Pongal, Onam, Bihu, etc will come to an end.

(v) Rivers will run short of water so religious rituals will be disturbed.

(vi) Drinking water will go short.

(vii)River navigation and many of the recreational activities will come to a halt.

(viii)A number of river water disputes will take place not only between countries but also among states.