(English Medium) ICSE Class 10 - CISCE Question Bank Solutions

Give one reason for each of the following:

Tank irrigation is an important method of irrigation in Karnataka.

State two reasons why irrigation is important to a country like India.

Name two modern methods of irrigation. State one important reason for their growing popularity.

Why is well irrigation still a popular means of irrigation? Give two reasons to support your answers.

State two reasons why tank irrigation is popular in South India.

Mention two advantages that surface wells have over inundation canals.

Give one geographical reason for each of the following statements:

Irrigation is necessary despite the monsoon.

Give one geographical reason for each of the following statements:

The drip method of irrigation is the best among all modern methods of irrigation.

Give one geographical reason for each of the following statements:

Canal irrigation leads to the ground around it becoming unproductive.

Name two states in which tube wells are extensively used. Give a reason to explain its importance as a source of irrigation.

Briefly explain two reasons for perennial canals being a popular form if irrigation in the named states

“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. 

What do you mean by irrigation?

Name one State where tank irrigation is important. Give three disadvantages of tank irrigation

Why is canal irrigation more popular in Northern India?