Answer: C) deficit in the recharge of aquifers
Step-by-step explanation:
Deforestation is a process of removal of the trees from the forests so as to clear up the land. The trees exhibit long penetrating roots which keeps the soil bound to them. The loss of trees will deteriorate the quality of soil making it infertile and compact. As, a result of this the absorptive capacity of the soil will be reduced and the water due to surface runoff accelerate and it will not seep in underground region where aquifers deposits.
On the basis of the above description, C) deficit in the recharge of aquifers. is the correct option.