Question

Describe the importance of irrigation for agriculture.

Give three reasons to explain the importance of irrigation in Indian agriculture.

Answer 1

1. The monsoon in India is seasonal. It is highly variable and its distribution is quite uneven.
2. A regular supply of water is essential for the growth of crops.
3. Supplying water to the crops artificially is called irrigation.
4. The groundwater is obtained for irrigational purposes by digging wells, bore wells, ponds, etc.
5. This water is supplied to the farms with the help of channels or by using electric pumps.
6. With various techniques of irrigation facilities, crops are grown on a large scale.