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What is meant by tank irrigation?
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Solution
It is a method of irrigation in which rainwater or river water is collected and stored in natural or artificial tanks (reservoirs) by constructing bunds or embankments. The stored water is then used for irrigating fields when needed.
Example: Tank irrigation is common in the Deccan Plateau states like Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
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Chapter 13: Water Resources and Types of Irrigation - EXAMINATION CORNER [Page 266]
