Question

Which of the following statements about tank irrigation is/are true?

1. Tank systems are non-perennial and only dependent on rainwater.
2. In recent years, the area under tank irrigation has increased.
3. The tank irrigation systems are widely found in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra.

[1 mark]

• A. Only 1 & 2
• B. Only 1 & 3
• C. Only 2 & 3
• D. 1, 2, & 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B Only 1 & 3

A tank is usually a man-made hollow on the earth’s surface which is used to store rainwater and can be later used for irrigation.

The tank irrigation systems are widely found in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Although in recent years, the area under tank irrigation has gradually decreased. This is because the tank systems are non-perennial and only dependant on rainwater.