water is an important natural resource used for drinking and other development purposes in our lives.

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INDIA’S WATER POLLUTION SITUATION AS A TIME BOMB
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3. INTRODUCTION
[1].Water pollution occurs when unwanted materials
enter in to water,changes the quality of water and
harmful to environment and human health
[2]. Water is an important natural resource used for
drinking and other developmental purposes in our
lives
[3]. Safe drinking water is necessary for human
health all over the world. Being a universal solvent,
water is a major source of infection. According to
world health organization (WHO) 80% diseases are
water borne. Drinking water in various countries
does not meet WHO standards
[4]. 3.1% deaths occur due to the unhygienic and
poor quality of water

4.  [5].Discharge of domestic and industrial effluent wastes,
leakage from water tanks, marine dumping, radioactive waste
and atmospheric deposition are major causes of water
pollution. Heavy metals that disposed off and industrial waste
can accumulate in lakes and river, proving harmful to humans
and animals. Toxins in industrial waste are the major cause of
immune suppression, reproductive failure and acute
poisoning. Infectious diseases, like cholera, typhoid feve
 [6] and other diseases gastroenteritis, diarrhea, vomiting, skin
and kidney problem are spreading through polluted water
 [7]. Human health is affected by the direct damage of plants
and animal nutrition. Water pollutants are killing sea weeds,
mollusks, marine birds, fishes, crustaceans and other sea
organism that serve as food for human. Insecticides like DDT
concentration is increasing along the food chain. These
insecticides are harmful for humans.

5. Causes of Water Pollution
Water pollution is caused due to several reasons. Here are the few major
causes of water pollution:
Sewage And Waste Water: Sewage, garbage and liquid waste of
households, agricultural lands and factories are discharged into lakes and
rivers. These wastes contain harmful chemicals and toxins which make the
water poisonous for aquatic animals and plants.
Dumping: Dumping of solid wastes and litters in water bodies causes
huge problems. Litters include glass, plastic, aluminum, styrofoam etc.
Different things take different amount of time to degrade in water. They
affect aquatic plants and animals.
Industrial Waste: Industrial waste contains pollutants like asbestos, lead,
mercury and petrochemicals which are extremely harmful to both people
and environment. Industrial waste is discharged into lakes and rivers by
using fresh water making the water contaminated.

6. Oil Pollution: Sea water gets polluted due to oil spilled
from ships and tankers while traveling. The spilled oil does
not dissolve in water and forms a thick sludge polluting the
water.
Acid Rain: Acid rain is pollution of water caused by air
pollution. When the acidic particles caused by air pollution
in the atmosphere mix with water vapor, it results in acid
rain.
Global Warming: Due to global warming, there is an
increase in water temperature. This increase in
temperature results in death of aquatic plants and animals.
This also results in bleaching of coral reefs in water.

7. Ways We Can Reduce Water
Pollution
Everyone understands that clean water is vitally important. Yet, many things
we do can contribute to water pollution in different ways. Some easy and
inexpensive ways to protect water by doing certain things at home and in the
community.
Try to Avoid Plastic Containers:
Plastic shopping bags and plastic rings from six-packs of
beverages cause inordinate problems in the nations lakes
and seas. Plastic bottles can last for decades in the water.
Buy some reusable cloth or plastic grocery bags instead.
Use reusable, insulated containers to hold drinks and
make your own filtered water at home.
Plant Some Trees:
Trees reduce erosion that washes pollution into the water
and reduces erosion. You can also volunteer your time in
a local tree-planting effort. If you own land along a river or
pond, plant trees, bushes, or grass along the bank.

8. Help Clean Up Beaches and Rivers:
Supporting charities devoted to protecting the water is important because they
can do work that is beyond the power of the average homeowner. If you
choose not to donate money, or really can’t afford it, volunteer to help plant
trees or clean up the local river or help collect leftover chemicals from local
residents. Some environmental groups might have collection days where they
need volunteer labor.
Report Water Polluters:
Many cases of illegal waste disposal and other forms of water pollution go
unreported and often aren’t cleaned up. Report people who pour oil in storm
drains, toss bags of trash in a stream, and so on.
Shop with Water Pollution in Mind:
You can avoid issues with household chemicals and pesticides by
not buying products that contain persistent and dangerous
chemicals in the first place. Many companies now sell non-toxic
cleaners and biodegradable cleaners and pesticides. Spending a
little extra money on those products automatically cuts down on

9. Conclusion:-
Water pollution is a global issue and world
community is facing worst results of polluted
water. Major sources of water pollution are
discharge of domestic and agriculture wastes,
population growth, excessive use of
pesticides and fertilizers and urbanization.
Bacterial, viral and parasitic diseases are
spreading through polluted water and
affecting human health. It is recommended
that there should be proper waste disposal
system and waste should be treated before
entering in to river. Educational and
awareness programs should be organized to

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