Question

From a water resource perspective, what is the major long-term benefit of using simple GWM technologies like soak pits and magic pits, as promoted by Jalanidhi?

• A. Augmenting groundwater resources
• B. Reducing surface water pollution
• C. Increasing river water flow
• D. Promoting rainwater harvesting awareness

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Augmenting groundwater resources

• The primary environmental benefit of these infiltration systems is that they send treated grey water back into the ground, thus recharging the local groundwater table.