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
The Hirakud Project, globally recognized as the longest earthen dam, is constructed across which river?
Question 2 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 3 of 20
Which of the following is the most critical challenge currently threatening the storage capacity of Tank Irrigation systems?
Question 4 of 20
In the structural design of the Bhakra Nangal system, what is the specific role of the Nangal Dam?
Question 5 of 20
In the context of the rural economy, which of the following is considered a direct economic benefit of shifting to High-value crops via assured irrigation?
Question 6 of 20
Which of the following is NOT classified as a primary category of irrigation source in India based on its geological and structural framework?
Question 7 of 20
What is the primary operational difference that makes Perennial Canals more reliable for year-round agriculture compared to Inundation Canals?
Question 8 of 20
Which combination of micro-irrigation technique and crop suitability is correctly matched?
Question 9 of 20
The fundamental hydrological objective of the ERCP (now Ramjal Setu Link Project) is to transfer surplus monsoon water to deficit river basins. Which of the following sets correctly represents the target 'deficit basins'?
Question 10 of 20
Assertion (A): The operational timeline for the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has been officially extended to December 2028. Reason (R): Massive and sustained financial outlays are required to execute complex pipeline networks to cover the remaining unserved rural households with 100% Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC).
Question 11 of 20
Consider the following pairings of agricultural parameters and their estimated 2025-26 values: 1. Foodgrain Production: 365+ MMT 2. Irrigation Coverage (% of NSA): 56.4% 3. Net Irrigated Area: 80.5 - 81.2 Mha Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Question 12 of 20
In the context of the long-standing Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal dispute, what is the primary argument consistently presented by the state of Punjab?
Question 13 of 20
Contemporary government water initiatives (post-2026 updates) emphasize a strategic shift away from solely focusing on civil infrastructure construction. What are the two new primary pillars of this modern policy approach?
Question 14 of 20
Which form of irrigation provides the farmer with the highest degree of personal control and flexibility over watering schedules?
Question 15 of 20
The architectural and operational framework of the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) was heavily influenced by a successful river valley project located in which country?
Question 16 of 20
Match List-I (Irrigation Method) with List-II (Specific Characteristic/Suitability) and select the correct answer: List-I A. Drip Irrigation B. Sprinkler Irrigation C. Inundation Canals D. Tube Wells List-II 1. Best suited for uneven topography 2. Operates without any barrage or dam 3. Highest water saving (40-70%) for wide-spaced crops 4. Provides personal control independent of schedules
Question 17 of 20
Within the vast and complex distribution network of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project (IGNP), the Jai Narayan Vyas Lift Canal is specifically engineered to provide critical water resources to which designated region?
Question 18 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC): I. It was the first multipurpose river valley project of Independent India. II. It was heavily modeled on the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) of the USA. III. Its network primarily involves the Sutlej river and its tributaries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 19 of 20
Assertion (A): Applying fertilizers through Sprinkler irrigation is generally considered less precise than applying them through Drip irrigation. Reason (R): Sprinklers spray water and mixed fertilizers over a wide aerial span, which can lead to wind drift, evaporation, and nourishment of unwanted weeds between crops.
Question 20 of 20
Which two states are engaged in a long-standing legal battle in the Supreme Court over the construction and water sharing of the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal?
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