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India is an agriculture-based country where 70% of the economy comes from the primary sector: farming. As intensive agriculture is spreading across India, there is an urgent need to encourage rainwater harvesting for irrigation. Nearly 60 % of farmers of the country depend on monsoons for agriculture due to the dearth of sustainable water resources. The erratic rain pattern was disturbing the livelihood of the cultivators. To address the issue a scientific water conversation technique named rainwater harvesting was introduced.
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Which are the two types of rainwater harvesting?
There are two types or rainwater haversting. Rooftop rainwater harvesting and drain harvesting. In rooftop rainwater harvesting, we use the water collected on rooftops instead of letting it go down the drain. We can also use water collected in dugout ponds, underground vessels etc. Drain harvesting involves letting water collected in roadside drains go straight to the ground. But this water has to be treated before use as it may contain bird faeces, germs and other pollutants.
What is a place where rainwater is collected called?
Rain water is collected through a process named Rainwater harvesting. Here rainwater that falls on the roofs are collected through pipes and ultimately stored in large tanks. These are called harvesting tanks also.
How is rainwater harvesting done?
Rainwater harvesting is done by collecting and storing rainwater from rooftops or other surfaces in tanks or barrels. The collected rainwater can be used for various purposes like watering plants, flushing toilets, or even for drinking after proper filtration and treatment. Gutters and downspouts are typically used to direct the rainwater into the storage containers.
What is traditional rainwater harvesting?
Traditional rainwater harvesting is a system where rainwater is collected and stored for future use. Methods can include using roof gutters to direct rainwater into storage tanks or pits, or constructing contour trenches in the landscape to capture and retain rainfall. This practice has been used for centuries in various cultures to address water scarcity and ensure a sustainable water supply.
Which country is widely applied rainwater harvesting?
India is a country where rainwater harvesting is widely applied, especially in regions facing water scarcity. The practice involves capturing and storing rainwater for various purposes like irrigation, drinking, and recharging groundwater. It has gained popularity due to its effectiveness in sustainable water management.
How was rainwater harvesting invented?
who invented rainwater harvesting
Modern adaptation of tradition of rainwater harvesting methods?
by rainwater harvesting
Which are the two types of rainwater harvesting?
There are two types or rainwater haversting. Rooftop rainwater harvesting and drain harvesting. In rooftop rainwater harvesting, we use the water collected on rooftops instead of letting it go down the drain. We can also use water collected in dugout ponds, underground vessels etc. Drain harvesting involves letting water collected in roadside drains go straight to the ground. But this water has to be treated before use as it may contain bird faeces, germs and other pollutants.
What is the aims and objectives of rainwater harvesting?
Aims and objectives of water harvesting
What has the author Stephen K Booth written?
Stephen K. Booth has written: 'Rainwater harvesting' -- subject(s): Water harvesting, Rainwater
Types of rainwater harvesting?
drain and rooftop
I want a working model on rainwater harvesting?
picture of rain water harvesting model
How rainwater harvesting works?
because i also do not now
Which state in India is known for rainwater harvesting?
haryana
What can be done to the well to get water from it again?
by rainwater harvesting
Who discovered rainwater harvesting in India?
Aby Emmanuel
Which country is top in using rainwater harvesting?
Uttarakhand
