Question

For basic requirements of water supply, drainage and sanitation, as per the IS code, what is the domestic water demand in Indian cities and towns?
1. 135 litres per head/day
2. 200 litres per head/day
3. 240 litres per head/day
4. 340 litres per head/day

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : 135 litres per head/day

Explanation: 

Domestic Water Demand: 

The total quantity of water required for all domestic activity eg. - cooking, drinking, washing, bathing, etc.

It is mentioned in the Indian Standard, IS;1172-1993 that the minimum value of water supply given as 200 liters per head per day may be reduced to 135 liters per head per day for houses for Low-Income Groups (LIG) and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) of society, depending upon prevailing conditions.