Question
“System of Rice Intensification” of cultivation, in which alternate wetting and drying of rice fields is practised, results in :
1. Reduced seed requirement
2. Reduced methane production
3. Reduced electricity consumption
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer:
D
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Explanation:
In SRI paddy cultivation, less quantity of seeds needed than in coventional cultivation. #1 is right.
SRI uses mostly organic fertilization so methane emissions are greatly reduced. #2 is right.
SRI Paddy Cultivation requires less water. So, less electricity consumption in irrigation pumpset. #3 is right.