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Question
Name the types of irrigation prevailing in India.
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Solution
The prevalent types of irrigation in our country are:
(i) Wells: both ordinary and tube-wells, (ii) Tanks, (iii) Canals.
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Name three traditional means of irrigation.
Give a reason why traditional means of irrigation are still important in most parts of India.
Name a state where Tube wells are common.
State two reasons why tank irrigation is popular in South India.
“The modern means of irrigation are gaining popularity.” Give two reasons to justify this statement.
Name two states in which tube wells are extensively used. Give a reason to explain its importance as a source of irrigation.
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Canal irrigation leads to the ground around it becoming unproductive.
Give a reason for the following:
Agriculture sector in India needs the support of irrigation.
State two reasons why there is a need for irrigation in India.
