15.10.2.3. Regional disparities in rainfall trends

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is rainfall variability?

   Hint

   Think about how rainfall changes from one year to the next.

2. 2.

   Name one impact of climate change on rainfall patterns.

   Hint

   Consider how climate affects normal weather patterns.

3. 3.

   What is rainfall variability?

   • Consistent rainfall levels
   • Fluctuation in rainfall amounts
   • No change in rainfall patterns

   Hint

   Think about how rainfall can differ year to year.

4. 4.

   Climate change affects rainfall patterns by?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the broader impacts of climate change on the environment.

5. 5.

   Consider a region experiencing a shift from moderate to extreme variability in rainfall. How should agricultural policies adapt to ensure continued food security?

   Hint

   Think about how different crops might perform under changing weather conditions.

6. 6.

   Analyze the socio-economic impact of rainfall disparity between the Western Ghats and Rajasthan. What planning methods could bridge this gap?

   Hint

   Consider the resources available in flood-prone areas versus drought-prone areas.