Question

write a short note on traditional and modern system of irrigation​

Answer 1

Answer:

traditional method:-

These are the methods of irrigation that were used in the earlier years. Even today some small farms in rural areas adopt these. Although they are cheaper than the modern methods, they are not nearly as efficient. They require human or animal labour to function. Some of these methods are,

1. Moat

2. chain pump

3.Dhekhli

4. Rahat

Modern method:-

These are more efficient systems of irrigation that were invented in the recent decades. These help us use water economically without wastage. Let us take a look at the two most important methods.

1. Drip System of Irrigation

2. Sprinkler system

Answer 2

Answer:

Traditional methods of irrigation are the oldest method used in the earlier years, which are more affordable, efficient than the modern methods. Some of these methods of irrigation are still followed today.

The traditional methods of irrigation include the following:

•Check Basin Method

•Furrow Irrigation Method

•Strip Irrigation Method

•Basin Irrigation Method

Modern methods of irrigation

Crops require water at regular interval of time for proper growth and development. This supply of water to the crops at regular intervals is known as irrigation. There are two methods of irrigation, namely, traditional and modern. The modern methods of irrigation include:

•Sprinkler System

•Drip System