environment medium Fill in the Blank

The 'Phad' irrigation system, a community-managed flood irrigation method, is traditionally practiced in the state of _____.

  1. Rajasthan
  2. Maharashtra
  3. Gujarat
  4. Madhya Pradesh

Answer: Maharashtra

The Phad system in north Maharashtra diverts river water through canals to irrigate fields in a rotational manner, managed by local water user groups.

Topic Traditional Ecological Knowledge
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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