Question

The term inundation canals is used for __________________.

• A. Diverting river water by constructing a damn
• B. These canals are mostly rain-fed
• C. These are graded rivers
• D. Flood waters of the rivers are diverted for irrigation purposes

Answer 1

The correct option is D Flood waters of the rivers are diverted for irrigation purposes

Inundation canals are taken directly out from rivers. This type of canals are usually used for irrigation.It receives water only when the rivers are flooded.So they can't provide water throughout the year.It is less useful in irrigation than perennial canals.As perennial canals can provide water throughout the year.

The correct answer is D.