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India
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EI Salvador
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Brazil
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Iran
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Detailed explanation-1: -UPSC Mains. Q. Which country has recently declared a water shortage, following an unusually dry summer? Notes: The Dutch government (Netherlands) has recently declared a water shortage, following an unusually dry summer with no rain forecast in the near future.
Detailed explanation-2: -Qatar. Compared to all the countries in the world, Qatar is by far one of the most water-stressed countries. The need for water is extremely high, while water availability is scarce. This country is a desert without a single river to help sustain the population.
Detailed explanation-3: -Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh-the two largest states in terms of area and population-are among around a dozen states where the magnitude of water problem is not just large, but also complex. The other states facing the challenge include Karnataka, Bihar, Haryana, Gujarat and Maharashtra.