environment medium MCQ

Which of the following is a key strategy for achieving 'Water Circularity' in urban areas?

  1. Once-through use and discharge
  2. Water reuse, rainwater harvesting, and decentralized treatment
  3. Exclusive reliance on groundwater
  4. Importing water from distant sources only

Answer: Water reuse, rainwater harvesting, and decentralized treatment

Circular water management closes loops by treating and reusing wastewater, capturing rainwater, and using nature-based solutions to enhance urban water resilience.

Topic Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC