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Canal irrigation has led to monocropping in India. Explain with suitable examples.

  • UPSC 2020
  • Agriculture

Assured water removes moisture risk. A rainfed cultivator hedges across jowar, bajra, pulses and oilseeds against unpredictable rain; once the outlet runs to a calendar he optimises for maximum yield per hectare.

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