Revitalizing Bihar’s Agriculture: A Comprehensive Analysis of Water Resource Dynamics, Climate Resilience, and the Role of Traditional Irrigation Systems

Authors: Jha S and Bajpai S*

DOI: 10.23880/oajar-16000352

Volume 9, Issue 1

Abstract

Bihar is one of India’s most historically rich and culturally diverse states, with a heritage dating back thousands of years, contributing significantly to India’s cultural landscape. Agriculture plays a crucial role in Bihar’s economy, with the sector and its allied activities growing at a rate of about 5 percent in the last five years (2017-18 to 2021-22).

Keywords: Agriculture; Population; Groundwater; Irrigation

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