Question

The modern method of irrigation is___________
(a) Sprinkler system
(b) Drip system
(c) Both A and B
(d) None of these

Answer 1

Hint: The supply of water to the crops at different intervals of time is called irrigation. The systems supply water to the plants in a natural way just like rain does and the water soaked into the ground properly.

Complete step by step answer:
The modern method of irrigation involves both, the sprinkler system and the drip system.
Sprinkler system: In the Sprinkler irrigation method the water is sprayed or sprinkled over the land to be irrigated. The water is distributed through the system of pipes by pumping. It is then sprayed into the air with the help of sprinklers, which breaks up into small water drops and falls to the ground. The pump supply system, sprinklers, and other operating conditions are designed to enable uniform distribution of water.

Drip system: Drip irrigation is the most efficient water and nutrient delivery system for growing crops. It delivers the water and nutrients directly to the plant’s roots, in the right amounts, at the right time, so each plant gets exactly what it needs, when it needs it, to grow optimally. The farmers can produce higher yields while saving on water as well as fertilizers, energy, and even crop protection products.

Therefore, the correct option is (C) , ‘Both A and B.’

Additional information:
- Water bodies such as lakes, rivers, dams, canals, etc. are the sources for irrigation.
- Traditional methods are much cheaper and less efficient as compared to modern methods.
- Various traditional methods of irrigation are Chain pump, Dhaka, and Rahat.

Note: Only the root area is wetted by drip irrigation, whereas the sprinkler wets an entire circle, which covers more plants. Drip irrigation prevents the spreading of diseases, which are caused by the contact of water, whereas the sprinkler system does not.