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On which of the following factor is the pricing of irrigation water done at a flat rate?
Per Hectare
Type of Crops Sown
For the Whole Field Sown
Amount of Irrigation Water Used
Correct Answer: A — Per Hectare
Explanation:
A flat rate pricing for irrigation water is typically calculated on a per hectare basis, regardless of the exact volume of water consumed.
Which of the following policy was framed in India to reduce the losses?
National Water Policy
Irrigation Water Policy
Water Law
Policy of Water
Correct Answer: A — National Water Policy
Explanation:
The National Water Policy was framed in India to optimize water allocation, encourage efficient use, and reduce losses in various sectors, including irrigation.
What is the main agenda of the National Water Policy?
Quality Check of Irrigation Water
Recommendations to States
Recover Charges
Maintenance of the Irrigation Structures
Correct Answer: C — Recover Charges
Explanation:
One of the key agendas of the National Water Policy is to ensure that water pricing is sufficient to cover the costs of operations and maintenance by recovering charges effectively.
Which of the following is the committee appointed by the government on 23-10-1991?
Committee on Finding the Irrigation Structures
Committee on Recovery of Charges
Committee on Revenue Collection on Irrigation Water
Committee on Pricing of Irrigation Water
Correct Answer: D — Committee on Pricing of Irrigation Water
Explanation:
The Committee on Pricing of Irrigation Water was appointed by the Government of India in 1991 to review water rates and recommend a proper pricing structure.
Which of the following best describes the Hirakud reservoir?
Reservoir for irrigation and water supply
Reservoir for irrigation and power
Reservoir for flood control, power, and irrigation
The purpose is Recreation and fishery
Correct Answer: C — Reservoir for flood control, power, and irrigation
Explanation:
The Hirakud reservoir is a multipurpose project designed primarily for flood control, power generation, and irrigation.
An irrigation project is classified as a major project when the CCA involved in the project is more than ___________
2500 hectares
5000 hectares
10000 hectares
2000 hectares
Correct Answer: C — 10000 hectares
Explanation:
In India, an irrigation project is classified as a major project if its Culturable Command Area (CCA) exceeds 10,000 hectares.
According to the Central Board of Irrigation and Power, the PA ratio for graded aquifer should be _______________
15.5
9 - 12.5
< 9
12 - 15.5
Correct Answer: D — 12 - 15.5
Explanation:
According to the Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP), the recommended PA ratio for a graded aquifer typically falls between 12 and 15.5.
Which of the following strainer is used for shallow irrigation tube wells particularly in deltaic regions of developing countries?
Coir rope strainers
Pipe strainer with fine mesh jackets
Continuous slot type of strainer
Louver type of strainer
Correct Answer: A — Coir rope strainers
Explanation:
Coir rope strainers are inexpensive and widely used for shallow irrigation tube wells, especially in the deltaic regions of developing countries.
Which of the following is a dam reservoir catering to flood control, irrigation, and water supply basically designed for irrigation alone?
Multipurpose reservoir
Distribution reservoir
Single-purpose reservoir
Retarding basins
Correct Answer: C — Single-purpose reservoir
Explanation:
A single-purpose reservoir is designed to serve only one main function, such as irrigation, unlike multipurpose reservoirs which serve several functions simultaneously.
Which of the following is incorrect regarding drip irrigation?
It reduces weed growth between rows
It is suitable for sandy soils
It increases deep percolation losses
It improves fertilizer use efficiency
Correct Answer: C — It increases deep percolation losses
Explanation:
Drip irrigation delivers water directly to the root zone, which minimizes deep percolation losses. All other statements are correct benefits of drip irrigation.
