Question

    Interceptor drain helps to control water logging by __

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    A Lowering the water table Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Preventing subsoil water from reaching the area Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Allowing vertical drainage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Draining out excess water to the natural drain Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Interceptor drains intercept (cutoff) the surface or subsurface flow from higher reaches before such water can encroach upon the cultivated lands and create waterlogging problem. They are also called ‘relief drains’. They can be of open type or buried pipe type.

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