Despite strenuous efforts to ensure access to safe drinking water for people in developing countries, progress in reaching the unserved has been poor since 1990----- Water related diseases continue to undermine the lives and well-being of the poor.

(A) Rapid population growth, slow coverage expansion and unplanned urbanization has led to inadequate, safe-water supplies.

(B) Water availability is fundamental to health and hygiene practices.

(C) Sanitation systems should be installed in order to safeguard the health of people.