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Multiple choice geography irrigation and power irrigation in india tanks and fisheries source of water

The number of wells in South India is very low because ______.

  1. The people of South India do not like to take water from wells.

  2. Wells are difficult to dig because of hard rock underneath the thin layer of the soil.

  3. There is too much rainfall therefore wells are not needed.

  4. The people of South India do not know how to dig wells.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

South India's geology features hard granite rock formations covered by thin soil layers. Traditional well-digging through this rock is extremely difficult and expensive. Tube wells requiring drilling equipment are more common, but still challenging compared to alluvial regions.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power irrigation in india tanks and fisheries source of water

The reason for the necessity of irrigation in India is that_______.

  1. There is no rainfall at the time of need.

  2. Indian crops require much water.

  3. Indian farmers are in habit of watering the fields.

  4. India is a hot country so water is easily evaporated.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India's agriculture is heavily dependent on the monsoon, which is seasonal and often unpredictable. Irrigation is necessary to provide water during dry periods when rainfall is absent.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power irrigation in india tanks and fisheries source of water

In India, the irrigation of agricultural land is carried out maximum by ______.

  1. Canals

  2. Tubewells

  3. Wells

  4. Tanks
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In India, the irrigation of agricultural land is carried out maximum by Canals (29%). The longest canal in India is Indira Gandhi Canal about (650 km) this canal is also called Rajasthan feeder.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power irrigation in india tanks and fisheries source of water

Which state has the largest proportion of its net irrigation area under well irrigation?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Haryana

  3. Bihar

  4. West Bengal
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Explanation

Uttar Pradesh has the largest net irrigated area in India, and a significant portion of this is served by well and tube-well irrigation due to the favorable alluvial soil and groundwater availability.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power irrigation in india tanks and fisheries source of water

The largest irrigation canal in India is __________.

  1. Indira Gandhi canal

  2. Upper Bari Doab canal

  3. Yamuna canal

  4. Sirhind canal
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indira Gandhi Canal, formerly known as the Rajasthan Canal, is one of the largest irrigation projects in India, designed to bring water to the arid regions of Rajasthan.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power irrigation in india tanks and fisheries source of water

What is the longest irrigation canal in India called?

  1. Upper Bari Doab Canal

  2. Indira Gandhi Canal

  3. Sirhind Canal

  4. Yamuna Canal
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Indira Gandhi Canal is the longest irrigation canal in India, extending from Harike Barrage in Punjab to the Thar Desert in Rajasthan. It is one of the world's largest canal systems, playing a crucial role in agricultural development in northwestern India. Upper Bari Doab, Sirhind, and Yamuna canals are regional canals with far smaller lengths.