Q6 of 40 Page 1

Explain two main advantages associated with water harvesting at the community level.

The two advantages are:

a. Recharging of wells increases the level of ground water.


b. The water can be stored in the rainy season and we can use it when there are no rains or when there is water scarcity.


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