Irrigation Facilities in Gujarat

Q. What do you mean by irrigation?

1. Irrigation is the process of supplying water to fields through the natural sources like rivers and lakes etc.
2. Irrigation is the process of supplying water to fields through man-made sources like wells, under-ground water, small and big dams etc.
3. Irrigation is the process of storing water in fields through manmade sources like wells, under-ground water, small and big dams etc.
4. none of the above

Q. Choose the correct statement(s) about Sardar Sarovar project.

1. Around 66, 000 km long canals would be constructed.
2. Sardar Sarovar project is the main irrigation project of Rajasthan.
3. Through this project, 35, 000 litres of drinking water is supplied daily.
4. Sardar Sarovar dam is built over river Narmada.

Q. Which is the main irrigation project of Gujarat?

1. Sardar Sarovar Project
2. Narmada Project
3. Kalpsar Project
4. Pipeline Project

Q.

Tehri dam is made on which river?

Q. Which of the following statements describe canals?

1. They are used to store water.
2. They are used to stop water from rivers, streams from flowing into the sea.
3. There can be a decrease in fertility of land if there is continuous water supply from the canals.
4. They are channels that transport water from sources to fields.

Q. Which of the following dams are situated in Gujarat?

1. Wanakabori Dam
2. Hirakud Dam
3. Koyna Dam
4. Ukai Dam

Q. are artificial waterways that are used to carry water from water sources like rivers to farmlands.

1. Wells
2. Lakes
3. Borewells
4. Canals

Q. Which of the following statements about check dams are true?

1. Underground water level and water levels in dams increase due to check dams.
2. They are used to stop water from rivers and streams from flowing into the sea.
3. They are used to decrease the flow of water into farmlands.
4. They are made on slopy farmlands to store rainwater.

Q. Gujarat has a land area of more than 1 lakh 98 thousand square kilometers. percent of this is used for farming purposes.

1. 70
2. 62
3. 55
4. 75

Q.

Read the statements given below

i. Seeds require moisture for germination.

ii. Plants can absorb nutrients mostly in dissolved form.

iii. Irrigation protects crops from both frost and hot air currents.

1. Statements i and ii are correct

2. Statements i and iii are correct

3. Statements ii and iii are correct

4. Statements i, ii, and iii are correct

Q. Which of the following irrigation techniques are seen in the farmlands of Gujarat?

1. Wells
2. Dams
3. Canals
4. Tubewells

Q. Why are various irrigation techniques used in farmlands?

1. They are used to allow an even distribution of water around the farmlands.
2. They are used to stop water from rivers, streams from flowing into the sea.
3. They are used for supplying water to areas with less water.
4. They do no have any use

Q.

Choose the odd one from the list given below:

1. Germination

2. Irrigation

3. Photosynthesis

4. Transportation

Q. The Sardar Sarovar dam is constructed across river Narmada.

1. True
2. False