Which of the following was a major source of water for irrigation?
A
Dams
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B
Canal
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C
Rain
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D
Both A and B
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Solution
The correct option is D Both A and B The process of providing water to crops is known as irrigation. Various common sources of water for irrigation include rain, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and groundwater. Out of all this, major source of water irrigation is tube wells which is followed by dams and canals. Dams are constructed across rivers. The water from dams is carried by canals to the farm. Rain is the traditional source of water for irrigation.