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Save Water: Are We Doing Enough?

The document outlines the structure and guidelines for writing an article, emphasizing the importance of a compelling heading, a clear byline, and a well-organized body consisting of an introduction, analysis, and conclusion. It details the content requirements and word limit for articles, along with a specific example prompt regarding water conservation and another on the accountability of civic authorities during monsoon floods. The document serves as a guide for effective article writing in various contexts.

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Save Water: Are We Doing Enough?

The document outlines the structure and guidelines for writing an article, emphasizing the importance of a compelling heading, a clear byline, and a well-organized body consisting of an introduction, analysis, and conclusion. It details the content requirements and word limit for articles, along with a specific example prompt regarding water conservation and another on the accountability of civic authorities during monsoon floods. The document serves as a guide for effective article writing in various contexts.

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ARTICLE WRITING

An article is a written work published in a print/electronic medium. It may be


for the purpose of propagating news, researching results, academic analysis, or
debate. Generally, it is a piece of writing that is published in a newspaper or
Magazine.

Format of an Article–The format of an article is divided into 3 parts and they


are listed below:

Part 1–Heading
Part 2–Byline
Part 3–Body

Part 1–Heading– The heading of the article should be engaging and it should
not exceed more than 5 to 6 words. Make sure your heading doesn’t have any
spelling mistakes or grammar errors. Don’t use unnecessary punctuation marks
in the heading.
Part 2–Byline– A byline is nothing but the name of the person who is writing
the article. The name of the person will be generally given in the question
paper itself. If the name of the person is not given in the article, then write
details on your own.

Part 3– Body -The body is the main part of article writing which carries more
weightage of marks. Generally, the body of the article consists of at least 3 to 4
paragraphs.

Paragraph1–Paragraph 1 is the introduction paragraph. Paragraph 1 should be


accurate. Precisely explain what the article is talking about. Try giving some
quotations or facts to stimulate the interest of the readers. Keep the language
simple.

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Paragraphs 2 &3–Paragraphs 2 and 3 must come with a complete analysis of
the subject matter in question. Paragraphs 2 & 3 must include the following
factors:

Types–Here the writer must analyze and explain what are the different types of
problems that are existing. If any type of problem exists, they should mention
it here.

Current Scenario–
[Link] are the
actions taken to correct them? This may include advantages or disadvantages
of the problem etc.

Paragraph 3 & 4–Paragraph 3 or 4 is commonly known as the conclusion


paragraph. It is important to conclude the article with what you’ve started.
Never leave an article open-ended. The concluding paragraph should speak
about the problems raised and what actions are taken for the betterment of
the problem. Paragraphs 3 & 4 should be simple and precise.

WORD LIMIT: 120- 150 WORDS

MARKS: 5 (Format=1, Organization of ideas+1, Content=2, Accuracy of Spelling


&Grammar =1)

Q1. By 2050, India will be amongst the countries which will face acute water
shortages. You are highly alarmed and terrified of the future world without
water. So, write an article on “Save water- are we doing enough?” for the
local daily in 120-150 words. You are Manas/ Manvi.

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SAVE WATER- ARE WE DOING ENOUGH?
-Manas/Manav

Many people are living with less water than they need, whether in the
world’s most prosperous cities or in its bountiful agricultural heartlands.

Droughts have also become more frequent, more severe, and affect
more people around the world. As many as four billion people already
live in regions that experience severe water crises for at least one month
of the year. With the population rising, this crisis will only increase.97.5
% of the world’s water is locked in seas and oceans, too salty for human
use. And most of the remaining 2.5% is in the ice caps. So, we humans
depend on the tiny bit available as freshwater- an essential natural
resource for life. But we don’t use water for drinking. We wash in it,
clean with it, and use it to produce everything from clothing to food.
Crop production- including feed for livestock and biofuels- is putting a
great strain on freshwater supplies. Water is essential to all life. Not only
does it keep us and the animals and plants around us alive, but it also
provides specialist habitats for wildlife. Conserving water saves energy.
Energy is needed to filter, heat, and pump water to your home, so
reducing your water use also reduces your carbon footprint.

Here are different methods we can follow to save clean drinking water
and deal with water scarcity. Rainwater harvesting is one of the most
effective and suitable methods among many other techniques. Repeated
drilling and well building caused the water table to drop in some places
as much as six feet a year. This is the reason water tables are falling
everywhere. Rich countries can compensate for these shortages in some
areas by building dams, tapping deep water aquifers, importing food,
recycling wastewater, or desalinating seawater. The most practical
solution is reusing and recycling water. Some cities can meet a fifth of
their water needs by recycling water. Worldwide, two-thirds of urban

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water don’t get treated. Systems that treat and reuse water are often
the least costly. Everything on earth requires water to sustain itself. But
abusing it means that we are reducing its ability to provide us with this
basic necessity. Water conservation is the potential, the most cost-
effective, and environmentally sound way to reduce the demand for
water.
“If you conserve water, it means you conserve life.”

Q2. Recent floods in many metropolitan cities of the country during the
monsoon season laid bare the hollowness of the claims of the civic
authorities of their preparedness. The poor had to bear the brunt of
the problem while no one was ever held accountable. Write an article
in 120 – 150 words on the common man’s woes during the monsoons
and the need for accountability of the officials concerned. You are
Sumit/Smita Verma.

Common questions

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A coherent conclusion is important because it ties together the main arguments presented in the body and reaffirms the topic discussed at the beginning. This ensures that the article ends with a clear summary or resolution, helping readers understand the final standpoint. The conclusion should reflect and resolve issues raised in the introduction, providing closure .

The structured format of an article, with a clear heading, byline, and a well-organized body comprising introduction, detailed analysis, and conclusion, ensures clarity and flow. This organization allows readers to quickly grasp the main ideas, understand the in-depth analysis, and see the implications of the topic discussed .

Global challenges in ensuring clean water availability include increased demand due to population growth, climate-induced droughts, and high dependency on a limited supply of freshwater. The article also points out the energy needed for water management and geopolitical issues arising from uneven distribution of water resources .

Water conservation is crucial as it helps reduce the demand for water, which is essential due to the limited availability of usable freshwater. Conserving water also saves energy, reduces carbon footprints, and is environmentally sound. It also supports the sustainability of resources by potentially mitigating the impacts of water scarcity .

Crop production, especially for livestock feed and biofuels, exerts significant pressure on freshwater resources. This industry's demand for water showcases the necessity for adopting sustainable agricultural practices to minimize the strain on the limited freshwater available .

The article suggests addressing urban water management issues by implementing systems that treat and recycle water since a significant portion of urban water remains untreated. These systems are also cost-effective solutions that can help jurisdictions meet water requirements by sustainably managing water resources .

Urban floods significantly impact vulnerable populations, particularly the poor, as they lack resources to recover quickly. The article highlights the failure in governance and preparedness of civic authorities, suggesting that accountability and proper planning by officials are vital in mitigating the adverse effects of such floods and ensuring better disaster management .

Reusing and recycling water addresses urban shortages by creating a sustainable loop where used water is treated and repurposed. This approach lessens the demand on initial water supplies, allows cities to manage their resources more efficiently, compensates for geographic limitations in water distribution, and provides a cost-effective and environmentally responsible strategy for maintaining adequate water levels .

The article format includes three main components: Heading, Byline, and Body. The Heading should be engaging and concise, the Byline identifies the author, and the Body must consist of several paragraphs covering the introduction, analysis of the subject, and a conclusion .

Rainwater harvesting is a highly effective method for addressing water scarcity issues. It involves the collection and storage of rainwater for reuse, thereby reducing the demand on already strained freshwater sources. This method also helps in maintaining higher water tables and can be practiced in both urban and rural areas .

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