General Studies III · Subtopic
Irrigation types and systems
Official syllabus
Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, - different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.
UPSC CSE 2026 notification
What this covers
Classify water source, conveyance, field application and sustainability of irrigation.
Key ideas
- Surface water
- Groundwater
- Canals
- Drip
- Sprinkler