UPSC Prelims 2017 · GS Paper 1 · Q71
Economy
Medium · Agriculture: Water Conservation Practices
Which of the following farming practices genuinely help conserve water in agriculture?
1. Reduced or zero tillage, which retains soil moisture
2. Application of gypsum to the field just before irrigation
3. Leaving crop residue on the field to act as mulch
Select the correct answer using the code given below.