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Question
Which is/are the main sources of irrigation in India?
Options
Canals
Tanks
Wells
All of these
MCQ
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Solution
All of these
Explanation:
The main sources of irrigation in India are canals, wells, and tanks. Wells and tubewells are the most important, accounting for about 56% of the total irrigated area, especially in states like Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu. Canal irrigation, developed extensively since 1950-51 through major projects, covers about 32% of the irrigated land.
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