India holds approximately 4% of the world's water resources, with significant reliance on surface and groundwater for agriculture, which consumes 89% of surface water and 92% of groundwater. The document discusses the challenges of water quality deterioration, pollution, and the need for effective water conservation and management strategies, including rainwater harvesting and watershed management. It also highlights the importance of public awareness and government initiatives aimed at improving water resource management and sustainability.
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India holds approximately 4% of the world's water resources, with significant reliance on surface and groundwater for agriculture, which consumes 89% of surface water and 92% of groundwater. The document discusses the challenges of water quality deterioration, pollution, and the need for effective water conservation and management strategies, including rainwater harvesting and watershed management. It also highlights the importance of public awareness and government initiatives aimed at improving water resource management and sustainability.