Q. What is the primary source of irrigation in India?
Answer: Wells & Tubewells
Notes: As of 2022-23, wells and tubewells account for about 63% of India's irrigated area. In 1950-51, wells and tubewells contributed about 29% and canals 40%. The total area irrigated by wells and tubewells reached around 39 million hectares, which is about 67% of total irrigated area in India. Groundwater-based irrigation through wells and tubewells exceeds other types.
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