Question

Q15. Why is Canal irrigation more popular in Northern India?
As rivers are perennial and fed by the melting snow.
Demand for irrigation is very great in North India.
Both A and B.
Only A​

Answer 1

Answer: i) The rivers are perennial as they are fed by the melting snows,

(ii) The surface of the land is almost flat and soft. Hence it is easy to dig canals,

(iii) The demand for irrigation is very great in North India as a variety of crops are grown,

(iv) Type of cultivation is intensive.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Both A and B.

Explanation:

Canal irrigation is the most important form of irrigation in North India. Canals maintain its flow of water throughout the year even during the winter season and draw their water either from rivers or from the reservoir of the river projects.