Question

Many countries are facing water shortage crises in the past few years. A report of the United Nations has named India among the worst countries for poor quality of water. The report ranks 122 countries according to the quality of their water as well as their commitment to improve the situation. Some countries in Europe are considered the worst because of the quality of its groundwater. Rain failed in some parts of India in the past. The vast areas of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh were affected by severe drought. People without water turn desperate and violent. Consequently, the food godowns were attacked in some of the states. Based on the details given in the passage, which of the following option(s) is/ are correct statement(s)?

• A. There is no proof that India is affected by poor quality of water.
• B. A few European countries are suffering due to the occurrence of drought.
• C. Lack of access to water can lead to social unrest.
• D. Intense shortage of water is visible in some states of India.

Hint:

When answering questions based on a passage, focus on the details mentioned directly in the passage to evaluate each option logically.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C, D

Analyze each option in the context of the passage.

Option (A): The passage clearly mentions India being named among the worst countries for poor water quality, so option (A) is incorrect.
Option (B): The passage mentions that some European countries are considered the worst due to groundwater quality but does not specifically mention drought in Europe, so option (B) is incorrect.
Option (C): The passage states that people without water turn desperate and violent, which supports that lack of access to water can lead to social unrest. Thus, option (C) is correct.
Option (D): The passage mentions the severe droughts in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh, clearly showing the intense shortage of water in some states of India, so option (D) is correct.

Thus, the correct statements are (C) and (D).