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Which of the following is (are) NOT the causes of wasteful and unsustainable water use ?
A. Leaky irrigation system
B. Drip irrigation system
C. Wasteful field application method
D. Cultivation of thirsty crops not suited to the environment
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

This question was previously asked in
CUET PG 2026 Agri-Business Management Question Paper (25-Mar-2026) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
B Only

Identify Causes of Wasteful Water Use

The question asks to identify which of the listed factors are NOT causes of wasteful and unsustainable water use. We need to evaluate each option:

  • A. Leaky irrigation system: This directly leads to water loss through leaks, making it a cause of wasteful and unsustainable water use.
  • B. Drip irrigation system: This is an efficient irrigation method designed to deliver water directly to the plant roots, minimizing evaporation and runoff. Therefore, it is NOT a cause of wasteful water use; it is a solution to reduce waste.
  • C. Wasteful field application method: Methods like flood irrigation without proper management are inefficient and lead to significant water loss, classifying them as causes of wasteful use.
  • D. Cultivation of thirsty crops not suited to the environment: Growing crops with high water requirements in arid or water-scarce regions necessitates excessive water withdrawal, leading to unsustainable practices.

Conclusion on Water Use Practices

Based on the analysis, only the drip irrigation system (B) is designed for water efficiency and is not a cause of wasteful water use. The other options (A, C, and D) all contribute to or represent wasteful or unsustainable water consumption.

Correct Answer Determination

The question asks for the factor(s) that are NOT causes of wasteful and unsustainable water use. Option B, the drip irrigation system, fits this criterion.

Therefore, the correct option is the one that lists only 'B'.

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