Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): On steeper sloping land, contour furrows can be used up to a maximum land slope of 5%.
Statement (II): In furrow irrigation, a minimum slope of 0.01% is recommended to assist drainage.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Hint:

Remember the slope limits for furrow irrigation:
- Maximum slope for standard furrows = 0.5% to 2% (up to 5% for contour furrows with erosion control).
- Minimum slope = 0.05% (to ensure water flows and excess water drains).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C