Explain the difference between rain-fed agriculture and irrigated agriculture.

Rain-fed agriculture depends completely on natural rainfall.

• It is common in areas with good monsoons, but it is risky due to droughts and irregular rains.
• Farmers often grow drought-resistant crops in rain-fed regions.
• Irrigated agriculture uses canals, wells, tube wells, drip, and sprinkler systems.
• It reduces dependence on the monsoon and allows farming during dry seasons.
• Irrigation increases productivity and ensures a stable food supply.

Thus, irrigated agriculture is more reliable than rain-fed farming.