Which of these is the main source of water used to irrigate the uplands of Penamakaru?
A
Groundwater
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B
Canal
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C
River
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D
Lake
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Solution
The correct option is A Groundwater The presence of a river ensures that Penamakaru has ample groundwater. Low lying areas are irrigated using the water from the canal, while uplands are irrigated using groundwater drawn from borewells.