{"id":91496,"date":"2025-06-01T10:57:49","date_gmt":"2025-06-01T10:57:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=91496"},"modified":"2025-06-01T10:57:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T10:57:49","slug":"which-of-the-following-practices-can-help-in-water-conservation-in-agr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/which-of-the-following-practices-can-help-in-water-conservation-in-agr\/","title":{"rendered":"Which of the following practices can help in water conservation in agr"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Which of the following practices can help in water conservation in agriculture ?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1. Reduced or zero tillage of the land<\/li>\n<li>2. Applying gypsum before irrigating the field<\/li>\n<li>3. Allowing crop residue to remain in the field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below :<\/p>\n<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;1 and 2 only&#8221; option2=&#8221;3 only&#8221; option3=&#8221;1 and 3 only&#8221; option4=&#8221;1, 2 and 3&#8243; correct=&#8221;option4&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"psc-box-pyq-exam-year-detail\">\n<div class=\"pyq-exam\">\n<div class=\"psc-heading\">This question was previously asked in<\/div>\n<div class=\"psc-title line-ellipsis\">UPSC IAS &#8211; 2017<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pyq-exam-psc-buttons\"><a href=\"\/pyq\/pyq-upsc-ias-2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"psc-pdf-button\" rel=\"noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><a href=\"\/pyq-upsc-ias-2017\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"psc-attempt-button\" rel=\"noopener\">Attempt Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section id=\"pyq-correct-answer\">\nThe correct answer is D) 1, 2 and 3. All three listed practices contribute to water conservation in agriculture.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"pyq-key-points\">\n&#8211; Reduced or zero tillage: Minimizes soil disturbance, which helps to retain soil moisture, reduce evaporation, and prevent soil erosion.<br \/>\n&#8211; Applying gypsum before irrigating the field: Gypsum improves soil structure, especially in problematic soils (like saline or alkaline), leading to better water infiltration and drainage, and reduced surface runoff and waterlogging, thereby making water use more efficient.<br \/>\n&#8211; Allowing crop residue to remain in the field: Crop residue acts as mulch, covering the soil surface. This reduces evaporation, helps moderate soil temperature, suppresses weeds, and improves soil organic matter over time, all of which enhance the soil&#8217;s ability to absorb and retain water.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"pyq-additional-information\">\nThese practices are components of sustainable agriculture and conservation farming, aiming to improve soil health, reduce input costs (like water and energy for irrigation), and enhance environmental sustainability while maintaining or improving yields. They are particularly relevant in regions facing water scarcity.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which of the following practices can help in water conservation in agriculture ? 1. Reduced or zero tillage of the land 2. Applying gypsum before irrigating the field 3. 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