Irrigation is defined as the artificial application of water to land for the purpose of:
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Land drainage and flood control only
Artificially supplying water to crops to supplement rainfall and meet crop water requirements (ET)
Drinking water supply
Groundwater recharge only
Correct Answer
B. Artificially supplying water to crops to supplement rainfall and meet crop water requirements (ET)
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Irrigation: artificial supply of water to crops to supplement rainfall and meet crop water requirements (consumptive use or evapotranspiration). It enables cultivation in arid/semi-arid regions, increases yield, and allows growing multiple crops. India''s net irrigated area ≈ 68 million hectares.
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