Which sector of the economy is responsible for maximum exploitation of groundwater resources?

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The agricultural sector is chiefly responsible for exploiting groundwater. Water resources are being used to increase irrigated areas and dry-season agriculture to increase food-grain output. Due to an expanding population and the resulting higher demand for water and uneven access, there may be a water shortage. A huge population requires more water for home consumption and food production. Therefore, Most farmers use their wells and tube wells for irrigation to raise their production, which may cause groundwater levels to drop and negatively impact the public's access to water and food security.

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