SSC
WORLD HISTORY
Question
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What is the term that means controlling water for farming? (for example, farmers dug canals to bring water to crops)
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isolation
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agriculture
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irrigation
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aqueduct
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -To irrigate is to water crops by bringing in water from pipes, canals, sprinklers, or other man-made means, rather than relying on rainfall alone.
Detailed explanation-2: -Irrigated agriculture relies on both surface water and groundwater to support crop production.
Detailed explanation-3: -Irrigation is the process of supplying water in fields through manmade sources like wells, under-ground water, small and big dams etc. The main reason for the development of agriculture in Gujarat is the increase in irrigation facilities.
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