Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#856] Which of the following is the main fruit producing district in the valley?
Correct Answer

(B) Baramulla

Explanation

Solution: In Kashmir valley, the maximum area and production of fresh fruits are being produced from district Baramulla followed by Shopian, Kulgam, Kupwara, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, Ganderbal, Bandipora, and Srinagar.

[#857] Which canal takes its water from River Jehlum?
Correct Answer

(B) Nur

Explanation

Solution: Nur canal takes water from river Jhelum at Shadipur.

[#858] Which among the following is not true?
Correct Answer

(C) Sumbal Canal draws water from river Chenab

Explanation

Solution: Sumbal Canal draws water from Nullah Sukhang at Kosa.

[#859] The entire Ladakh region receives irrigated water for cultivation from the Indus and its tributaries. Which of the following is not a tributary of river Indus?
Correct Answer

(D) Vishav

[#860] Which is the largest source of irrigation in Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(A) Canals

Explanation

Solution: Canals form the most important system of irrigation in the outer plains and in the broad Valley of Kashmir where the soil is soft and alluvial and canals can be easily dug. Moreover, Jhelum river and its tributaries supply water to the canals throughout the year. About 4,86,072 acre of agricultural land in Kashmir is irrigated by canals. It is the largest source of irrigation here.