(English Medium) ICSE Class 10 - CISCE Important Questions for Geography

“The modern means of irrigation are gaining popularity.” Give two reasons to justify this statement. 

Mention two factors that favour the development of tube well irrigation in Punjab.

Most of the South Indian states are not suitable for development of canal irrigation. 

 There is an urgent need for water conservation in India. 

 Development of irrigation is essential for the growth of the agriculture sector of India. 

Inundation canal. 

 Surface water. 

Distinguish between Inundation canals and Perennial canals or Why are Perennial canals more important than inundation canals?

Which of the following is a ground water source?

Give a reason for the following:

Agriculture sector in India needs the support of irrigation.

Give a reason for the following:

Well irrigation is a popular means of irrigation in Northern India.

Where in India is Tank irrigation most widely used?

Mention one advantage of using tank as a means of irrigation.

Which means of irrigation can be developed with minimum expenditure?

Mention one disadvantage of using tank irrigation.

What is the advantage of using Drip irrigation?

Why is Drip irrigation not practiced on a large scale in India?

Give a reason to explain the following:

North India has more area under canal irrigation. 

State two reasons why there is a need for irrigation in India.

Distinguish between Inundation Canals and Perennial Canals.