Question

"Which one of the following sources of irrigation contributes the highest percentage share to the net irrigated area in Karnataka?

1. Canals irrigation
2. Tank irrigation
3. Wells irrigation
4. Tube wells/bore wells irrigation

Answer 1

In Karnataka, the distribution of net irrigated area by source is as follows:

• Tube wells/bore wells: 43.99%
• Canals: 29.80%
• Wells: 7.60%

This data indicates that tube wells/bore wells contribute the highest percentage to the net irrigated area in the state.

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Therefore, the correct answer is:

Tube wells/bore wells irrigation