Question

Which are the different traditional methods of irrigation?

• A. Chain pump
• B. Dhekli
• C. Rahat
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

• The supply of water to the crops at different intervals is called irrigation. Lakes, rivers, dams, canals, etc. are the sources of water for irrigation.
• The water from lakes or canals is lifted up by different methods. Human or cattle labor can be used for these methods.
• Various traditional ways of irrigation are pulley system, chain pump, dhekli, and Rahat.
• Traditional methods are cheaper but they are less efficient as compared to modern methods like a sprinkler system, drip system, etc.