Question

A sprinkler irrigation system is suitable when

• A. The land gradient is steep and the soil is easily erodable
• B. The soil is having low permeability
• C. The water table is low
• D. The crops to be grown have deep roots

Answer 1

The correct option is A The land gradient is steep and the soil is easily erodable

The conditions favoring the use of sprinkler irrigation method are
1. When the land topography is irregular
2. When the land gradient is steeper and soil is easily erodable
3. When the soil is excessively permeable
4. When water table is high
5. When water availability is difficult and scarce.