Water Scarcity and Solutions in Rajasthan

The video discusses the severe water scarcity in Rajasthan, highlighting the impact on life and migration. It introduces the Tarun Bharat Sangh initiative, which successfully revived water bodies in Alwar through community efforts. The initiative serves as a model for sustainable water management, demonstrating the power of collective action in addressing environmental challenges.

What is the primary source of water for the rivers originating from the Himalayas?

• Rainfall

• Lakes

• Glaciers

• Groundwater

What is the main challenge faced by the people in the Rajasthan desert?

• Water scarcity

• Lack of vegetation

• Extreme cold

• Frequent earthquakes

What has forced people to leave their homes in Rajasthan?

• Lack of employment

• Water scarcity

• Wildlife threats

• Political instability

What is the primary method used by Tarun Bharat Sangh to collect rainwater?

• Constructing Johads

• Using water tanks

• Building large dams

• Digging wells

What is the role of community involvement in the efforts of Tarun Bharat Sangh?

• Minimal

• None

• Moderate

• Significant

What was the impact of constructing Johads in Alwar district?

• Loss of biodiversity

• Revival of rivers and increased water availability

• Decreased agricultural productivity

• Increased migration

How did the construction of Johads affect the agricultural output in Alwar?

• It decreased

• It remained the same

• It increased

• It became unpredictable

What is the broader implication of the work done by Tarun Bharat Sangh?

• It is only applicable to Rajasthan

• It is not sustainable

• It can serve as a model for other drought-prone regions

• It requires significant government intervention

What is the key lesson from the success of Tarun Bharat Sangh's efforts?

• Dependence on government aid

• Community-driven initiatives

• Use of advanced technology

• Relocation of affected people

What has been the effect on wildlife due to the increased water availability in Alwar?

• Migration to other areas

• Increased stress

• Decreased population

• Free and healthy movement