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The type of irrigation which is largely practised in India is _______.

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  1. Drip irrigation

  2. Tank irrigation

  3. Canal irrigation

  4. Sprinkler irrigation

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Correct Option: C

The river basin of _______ is the largest water resource of Southern India.

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  1. Krishna

  2. Periyar

  3. Godavari

  4. Kaveri

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Correct Option: C

In India which irrigation sources have the maximum area?

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  1. Rivers

  2. Dams

  3. Wells and tubewells

  4. Canals

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sources of irrigation in India includes a network of major and minor canals from Indian rivers, groundwater well based systems, tanks, and other rainwater harvesting projects for agricultural activities. Irrigation in India helps improve food security, reduce dependence on monsoons, improve agricultural productivity and create rural job opportunities. India’s total area under irrigation is 64.7 million hectares. Of this maximum 45% is shared by tube wells followed by Canals and wells. So, in India wells and tubewells has the maximum area.

Which one of the following statements is wrong ?

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  1. Punjab and Haryana are ahead in field of irrigation.

  2. Wells and tube-wells are the main sources of irrigation.

  3. After independence, irrigation area in the country is developed ten times more.

  4. In Eastern and Southern states, pond irrigation is a major source.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Eastern and Southern states, pond irrigation is a major source is a wrong statement. Wells and tube wells are the most important sources of irrigation followed by canal irrigation. Pond irrigation or rainwater harvesting form only a small portion of the irrigation system.

Canal irrigation is most important in the Northern Plains of India because _____________.

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  1. The soil is porous

  2. The level of underground water is high

  3. The sources of canals are perennial rivers

  4. The religion is densely populated

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Correct Option: C

Where will you expect to find bamboo growing?

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  1. At a great height from sea level

  2. At a medium height from sea level

  3. At a very low height from sea level

  4. There is no such condition; it can grow anywhere

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Correct Option: A

Which multipurpose project irrigating maximum area in India?

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  1. Beas

  2. Bhakra Nangal

  3. Damodar Valley

  4. Hirakud

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Correct Option: D

Dhawaleswaram Anicut" is an important canal system in the ______.

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  1. Godavari Delta

  2. Krishna Delta

  3. Ganga Delta

  4. Cauvery Delta

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Correct Option: A

What is the length of the Damodar-Tribeni Canal which serves as an irrigation cum-navigation?

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  1. 137 km

  2. 147 km

  3. 157 km

  4. 167 km

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Correct Option: A

Which is the highest irrigated State in India?

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  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Punjab

  4. Maharashtra

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Irrigation in India includes a network of major and minor canals from Indian rivers, groundwater well based systems, tanks,etc. About 2/3rd cultivated land in India is dependent monsoons. Uttar Pradesh is the highest irrigated state (17.6 million hectares) in India.