‘Water is an important and critical resource in India.’ Support the statement by explaining any three points.

Water is a very important and critical resource in India because:

(a) Water is a precondition of life. All living things need water to survive.

(b) The erratic rainfall has added to its critical nature.

(c) Water is needed not only for domestic purposes but also for agriculture, industries, power generation, navigation and disposal of municipal sewage.

(d) The growing urbanization has resulted in increased consumption of water.