37.9. Classification of Crops Based on Water Needs

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name one crop that requires high water.

   Hint

   Think of a staple food grown in wet conditions.

2. 2.

   What does Low WR stand for?

   Hint

   Consider crops suited to dry areas.

3. 3.

   Which of the following crops falls under high water requirement?

   • Maize
   • Paddy
   • Bajra

   Hint

   Think about rice cultivation.

4. 4.

   True or False: Low WR crops require more than 500 mm of water.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how these crops survive in drier conditions.

5. 5.

   A farmer wants to plant Cotton in a region known for low water supply. What issues might arise? Consider both economic and yield perspectives.

   Hint

   Think about how essential water is for crop growth.

6. 6.

   Assess the potential benefits and drawbacks of growing High WR crops in a region with ample water resources versus one with limited water access.

   Hint

   Evaluate the balance between water abundance and scarcity.