Read the passage and answer the question.
India receives enough rain in a year to meet its needs, but most of it falls in a few months. Without storage, much of the water runs into the sea. Traditional methods, such as ponds and stepwells, kept water in the ground and in tanks for the dry months. Many communities are now reviving these methods.
What problem does the passage describe?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Rainwater is lost as it is not stored
- Step 1: The passage says that, without storage, much of the water runs into the sea.
Answer
Rainwater is lost as it is not stored.
Why not the others: The other statements are not supported.
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