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प्रश्न
Why is well irrigation still a popular means of irrigation? Give two reasons to support your answers.
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उत्तर
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Wells can be dug or drilled locally with relatively low investment, especially in areas with a high groundwater table.
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Once built, they provide a cheap and reliable source of water without the need for large infrastructure like canals or dams.
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Well irrigation is ideal for small and medium-sized farms, where large-scale irrigation systems may not be feasible.
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Farmers have direct control over the water supply and can use it as needed, making it flexible and efficient for crop needs.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Give one geographical reason for each of the following:
Sprinkler irrigation is practised in arid and semi-arid regions.
Give one geographical reason for each of the following:
Canal irrigation is more suitable in the Northern Plains.
“Without irrigation, development of agriculture is difficult in India”. Clarify the statement by giving two reasons.
Mention two factors which are essential for the development of tube well irrigation.
Most of the South Indian states are not suitable for development of canal irrigation.
Name one State where tank irrigation is important. Give three disadvantages of tank irrigation
Name two states in which tube wells are extensively used. Give a reason to explain its importance as a source of irrigation.
Give two advantages and one disadvantages that tube wells have over surface wells.
With reference to well irrigation, answer the following question :
Name two types of well used for irrigation in these states.
Canal irrigation leads to the ground around it becoming unproductive.
