Probable Questions for Unit 1.

 Below are the questions for each section based on Bloom's Taxonomy, categorized by their respective marks.

1-Mark Questions (Remembering and Understanding)

1. Need and Classification of Irrigation

   • Define irrigation.
   • Name two types of irrigation systems.

2. Historical Development and Merits of Irrigation

   • What is the significance of ancient Mesopotamian irrigation systems?
   • List one merit of irrigation.

3. Types of Crops and Crop Seasons

   • Name a crop typically grown during the kharif season.
   • What is the main crop season for wheat?

4. Duty, Delta, and Base Period

   • Define the term "duty" in irrigation.
   • What does "delta" refer to in irrigation?

5. Consumptive Use of Crops

   • What is consumptive use in crops?
   • Name the two main components of consumptive use.

6. Estimation of Evapotranspiration

   • What does ET stand for in irrigation?
   • Name one method used to estimate evapotranspiration.

3-Mark Questions (Applying and Analyzing)

1. Need and Classification of Irrigation

   • Explain the need for irrigation in modern agriculture.
   • Differentiate between surface irrigation and drip irrigation.

2. Historical Development and Merits of Irrigation

   • Describe the evolution of irrigation practices from ancient to modern times.
   • List three merits of irrigation and briefly explain each.

3. Types of Crops and Crop Seasons

   • Identify and explain the main characteristics of rabi and kharif crops.
   • How do crop seasons affect irrigation planning?

4. Duty, Delta, and Base Period

   • How is the duty of water calculated for a given crop?
   • Provide a brief example illustrating the concept of delta in irrigation.

5. Consumptive Use of Crops

   • Explain the process of transpiration and its role in consumptive use.
   • How does soil texture influence the consumptive use of crops?

6. Estimation of Evapotranspiration

   • Describe the Penman-Monteith method for estimating evapotranspiration.
   • Why is it important to estimate evapotranspiration accurately in irrigation planning?

5-Mark Questions (Analyzing and Evaluating)

1. Need and Classification of Irrigation

   • Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different types of irrigation systems.
   • Analyze the impact of efficient irrigation systems on crop yields and water conservation.

2. Historical Development and Merits of Irrigation

   • Evaluate the role of historical irrigation practices in the development of modern irrigation technology.
   • Discuss how irrigation has transformed agricultural productivity and food security.

3. Types of Crops and Crop Seasons

   • Compare and contrast the water requirements of different types of crops.
   • Evaluate how climate change is affecting traditional crop seasons and irrigation needs.

4. Duty, Delta, and Base Period

   • Discuss the relationship between duty, delta, and base period in planning irrigation schedules.
   • Provide a detailed numerical example explaining how to calculate the base period for a specific crop.

5. Consumptive Use of Crops

   • Analyze the factors affecting consumptive use and their implications for water management in agriculture.
   • Evaluate the benefits and limitations of using crop coefficients in estimating consumptive use.

6. Estimation of Evapotranspiration

   • Compare different methods of estimating evapotranspiration and discuss their relative accuracy.
   • Explain how remote sensing technology can be used to estimate evapotranspiration on a large scale.

10-Mark Question (Creating and Evaluating)

• Integrated Application
  • "Develop a comprehensive irrigation management plan for a hypothetical farm growing multiple crops (e.g., wheat, maize, and rice) in a region with varying climatic conditions. Include the following aspects:
    • Calculation of consumptive use for each crop.
    • Scheduling of irrigation based on the crop water requirements and growth stages.
    • Selection of appropriate irrigation methods.
    • Consideration of factors such as soil type, climate, and water availability.
    • Justification of your plan with supporting data and reasoning."

This structure ensures coverage of all key topics within the unit, encouraging students to engage with the material at different cognitive levels according to Bloom's Taxonomy.