Question

Which one of the following is the benefit of rainwater harvesting?

(a) Flood mitigation

(b) Provide a lot of water to play

(c) Create good aesthetic view

(d) Decrease the ground water level

The question was posed to me during an interview.

This intriguing question comes from Water Conservation, Rainwater Harvesting, Watershed Management topic in chapter Social Issues and the Environment of Energy Management

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) Flood mitigation

Explanation: Rainwater harvesting helps for flood mitigation. Appropriate designed recharges in open public spaces will help to keep the roads from flooding. When water is not allowed to leave the premises there is less chance for choking up of the roads.