UPSC Prelims 2016·GS1·geography·indian geography

Which of the following is/are the advantage/advantages of practising drip irrigation? 1. Reduction in weed 2. Reduction in soil salinity 3. Reduction in soil erosion Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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  1. A1 and 2 only
  2. B3 only
  3. C1 and 3 onlyCorrect
  4. DNone of the above is an advantage of practising drip irrigation

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. Drip irrigation significantly reduces weed growth because water is delivered directly to the root zone of plants, leaving the surrounding soil dry and unfavorable for weed germination. Statement 2 is incorrect. Drip irrigation does not necessarily reduce soil salinity. In fact, in some cases, it can lead to salt accumulation at the periphery of the wetted zone as water evaporates. Statement 3 is correct. Drip irrigation reduces soil erosion because water is applied slowly and directly to the soil near plant roots, avoiding surface runoff that causes erosion. Therefore, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
geography: Which of the following is/are the advantage/advantages of practising drip irrigation? 1. Reduction in weed 2. Reduction

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