Uttar Pradesh - Study Mode

[#826] Consider the following statements 1. Tubewells are the most popular source of irrigation in the state. The first tubewell was sunk in 1930 in Uttar Pradesh. 2. Gonda, Bahraich, Basti, Faizabad, etc. districts of the state are irrigated by tubewells. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer

(C) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: Tubewells are the most popular source of irrigation in the state. The first tubewell was sunk in 1930 in Uttar Pradesh. Gonda, Bahraich, Basti, Faizabad, etc. districts of the state are irrigated by tubewells.

[#827] Kanhar Irrigation Project is constructed to irrigate the districts of
Correct Answer

(D) Bihar and Uttar Pradesh

Explanation

Solution: Kanhar Irrigation Project is located downstream of the confluence of River Pagan with Kanhar near village Sugawan in Tehsil Dudhi of District Sonebhadra, Uttar Pradesh. It will irrigate districts of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

[#828] Rihand Valley Project is constructed at
Correct Answer

(A) Pipri

Explanation

Solution: Rihand Dam is a concrete gravity dam located at Pipri in Sonbhadra District in Uttar Pradesh, India.

[#829] The tank, ponds and lake irrigation is practised mainly in
Correct Answer

(A) Plateau areas

[#830] Gakul Barrage Project was constructed to
Correct Answer

(D) Both 'A' and 'C'

Explanation

Solution: Gokul Barrage project is a drinking water project of Uttar Pradesh. This project envisages ensuring water to Agra and Mathura. This project is being completed through the construction of a barrage on Yamuna river near Gokul, whereas Pathrai dam project is located on Pathrai river in Jhansi district.