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Question
Give a reason for the following:
Agriculture sector in India needs the support of irrigation.
Solution
In a nation like India where the rainfall is irregular, irrigation is crucial. It can occur in varying quantities and is restricted to four months per year. Additionally, some crops need more water than what is given by rainfall, thus it is crucial. Irrigation help is therefore necessary.
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