Why in the News
A study by IIT Gandhinagar published in Earth’s Future journal warns that the Cauvery river basin may face a decline in water availability until 2050, unlike most other Indian rivers expected to see increased flows due to climate change.
Key Findings of the Study
Decline in Cauvery Water
- 3.5 percent decline in Cauvery water expected
- Time period: 2026 to 2050
- Minimal increase expected after 2051
Historical Decline
- Cauvery streamflow declined 28 percent between 1951 and 2012
- Based on data from Kollegal monitoring station
Contrast with Other Rivers
- Most major Indian rivers expected to see increase in flow
- Projected increases
- Indus: 25 percent increase
- Ganga: 8 percent increase
- Krishna: 16 percent increase
- Cauvery stands as exception
| [2020] Which of the following Protected Areas are located in Cauvery basin? 1 Nagarhole National Park 2 Papikonda National Park 3 Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve 4 Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
