Traditional mode of irrigation are practiced in India because,
A. They are cheap.
B. They are reliable.
C. Indians don’t use other modes as they are expensive.
D. They are available abundantly.

1 Answer

Answer :

A. They are cheap.
B. They are reliable.

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