CET 12th Level — Irrigation & Water Conservation MCQs
Practice 20 free irrigation & water conservation multiple choice questions for CET 12th Level exam. Instant answers with explanations in Hindi and English.
Master Irrigation & Water Conservation under Geography of India for CET 12th Level with our curated MCQ set. Every question follows real Rajasthan exam patterns. Switch between Hindi and English anytime.
CET 12th Level — Geography of India — Irrigation & Water Conservation
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Question 1 of 20
Highlighting its critical ecological importance as a massive wetland ecosystem supporting rich biodiversity and migratory avian species, the Hirakud reservoir was officially declared a Ramsar Site of international importance in which specific year?
Question 2 of 20
The Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) framework has been strategically integrated into the Modified Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal (MPKC) Link. This modified link represents a major joint inter-state hydrological initiative between Rajasthan and which other specific state?
Question 3 of 20
The traditional architectural structure known as a 'Tanka', predominantly constructed in the harsh, hyper-arid Bikaner region of western Rajasthan, is primarily engineered for which highly specific purpose?
Question 4 of 20
Assertion (A): Phase II of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project (IGNP) systematically utilizes an extensive network of energy-intensive lift canals rather than relying on gravity-fed channels. Reason (R): The physical terrain extending through Phase II is characterized by severe undulations, forcing water to flow against the natural downward gradient.
Question 5 of 20
The agricultural command area of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project is increasingly facing devastation due to the 'Sem' problem (intense water-logging and soil salinity). Which specific modern infrastructural interventions are currently being prioritized by authorities to effectively mitigate this ecological crisis?
Question 6 of 20
The Ramjal Setu Link Project (RSLP), a monumental infrastructural undertaking tailored for 17 eastern districts of Rajasthan, is built upon two primary foundational objectives. What are these explicit objectives?
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following monumental river valley projects was historically and structurally instrumental in transforming an unpredictable, devastating river, formerly dreaded as the 'Sorrow of Bengal', into the state's most powerful economic 'Lifeline'?
Question 8 of 20
Match the following critical lift canal of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project (IGNP) with its explicitly designated beneficiary region: Which specific region is uniquely engineered to be served by the Guru Jambheshwar Lift Canal?
Question 9 of 20
The spectacular Hirakud Project in Odisha holds the formidable global record for being the longest earthen dam in the world. Considering its physical architecture, what is the precise engineered length of its main dam structure, strictly excluding the extended earthen dykes?
Question 10 of 20
Match List-I (Traditional Water Structures) with List-II (Key Features) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I a. Tanka b. Baori c. Kund d. Kui List-II 1. Saucer-shaped catchment with a central well 2. 10-12m deep pit to collect seepage water 3. Underground rainwater storage for drinking 4. Community well connected to deep aquifers
Question 11 of 20
The 'Four Waters Concept' is a cornerstone of advanced water conservation strategies. Which of the following correctly represents the four components of this concept?
Question 12 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): 1. The 'Har Khet Ko Pani' (HKKP) component focuses on fast-tracking major irrigation projects. 2. The 'Per Drop More Crop' (PDMC) component promotes micro-irrigation and is implemented under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) umbrella. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 13 of 20
Assertion (A): Under the Atal Bhujal Yojana, participating states receive financial incentives based on specific performance indicators. Reason (R): The scheme utilizes Disbursement Linked Indicators (DLIs), rewarding states for formulating Water Security Plans and demonstrating measurable improvements in groundwater levels.
Question 14 of 20
To address water scarcity in hilly terrains, the 'Springshed Development' component was integrated into modern watershed management frameworks on the recommendation of which of the following institutions?
Question 15 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM): 1. The mission's operational deadline has been officially extended to December 2028. 2. The primary objective of the scheme is to ensure Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every urban and rural household. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 16 of 20
The Yamuna Water Project, which has been finalized with a substantial budget of ₹32,000 crore, is specifically designed to address the severe water crisis in which of the following regional clusters?
Question 17 of 20
What is the physical target set for micro-irrigation expansion under the Agriculture and Irrigation allocation in the Rajasthan Budget 2026-27?
Question 18 of 20
What is the total financial outlay designated for the centrally sponsored Watershed Development Component (WDC-PMKSY 2.0) which has been extended up to the year 2026?
Question 19 of 20
The Draft National Water Metro Policy 2026 aims to integrate inland waterways with urban transport systems. Which existing project serves as the primary inspiration for this organized water-based passenger transport model?
Question 20 of 20
Under the Mukhya Mantri Jal Swavlamban Abhiyan (MJSA) 2.0, approximately how many villages have been prioritized for water budgeting to make them self-sufficient in drinking water?
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