- Meteorological drought: defined by precipitation deficit. - Hydrological drought: defined by deficits in surface/groundwater supplies. - Agricultural drought: defined by soil moisture deficit impacting crops. - Socioeconomic drought: defined by water scarcity impacting human activities and economic goods.
Consider the following statements: (1) Meteorological Drought is based on the impact of rainfall deficits on the water supply. (2) Socioeconomic Drought refers to the impact of drought conditions on supply and demand of economic goods. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
Asked in OPSC CS Prelims 2023 · Topic: Water Conservation (Role of Climate Change in Water Scarcity and Conservation Efforts)
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