Micro-Irrigation Systems Practice Questions (Q1-5) - Water Science and Technology

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

MCQ (Single Correct) +4 −1

What is the primary advantage of pressurized irrigation systems over traditional gravity-based systems?

Reduced water use Lower initial investment Higher application efficiency Greater flexibility in crop selection

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

MCQ (Single Correct) +4 −1

Choose the irrigation techniques suitable for reducing water wastage and optimizing water use efficiency in sandy soils: A) Drip irrigation B) Sprinkler irrigation C) Furrow irrigation D) Subsurface irrigation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (6) and (D) only. (A), (B) and (C) only, (A), (B), (C) and (D). (A), (C) and (D) only.

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

MCQ (Single Correct) +4 −1

Calculate the flow rate required for a drip irrigation system to irrigate on orchard of one hectare area with a water depth of 216 mm in 6 hours. The drip system will have 50 cm spacing between emitters on the drip lines, and lateral to latural spacing of 5m. Calculate the discharge of each entities

(A) . 100 litisec

(B) . 9 li hour

(C) .6 m/min

(D) . 3.24 lit’ hour

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (D) only. (A), (B) and (C) only, (A), (B), (C) and (D). (B), (C) and (D) only.

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

MCQ (Single Correct) +4 −1

Which of the following practice helps to prevent corrosion and prolong the lifespan of sprinkler system components?

Flushing the system with clean water after each irrigation cycle. Applying a protective coating to metal parts exposed to moisture. Increasing the water pressure to dislodge sediment build-up Using high-quality plastic components instead of metal

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ICAR JRF Water Science And Technology 29 Jun 2024Shift 1

Statement Based +4 −1

Given below are two statements

Statement (I) : Drip lines are used to distribute water evenly along the crop rows.

Statement (II) : Microtubes are larger diameter tubes that deliver water directly to individual plants.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false. Statement (I) is false but Statement ({I) is true.

Water Science and Technology Subjects

General Agriculture

General Concepts of Water Resources Managemen

Soil Water Plant & Atmosphere Relationships

Crop Water Requirement

Soil & Water Conservation

Hydrology & Watershed Management

Irrigation Water Management & Drainage

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