Who laid the foundation for modern irrigation engineering in India?

A. Sir Proby Cauthy

B. Sir Arthur Cotton

C. Sir Thomas

D. Both A and B

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The modern irrigation system is the implementation of technology in irrigation by the use of sprinkler irrigation, surface irrigation, drip irrigation, and subsurface irrigation methods.
Reservoirs for irrigation include aquifers, basins, that collect snowmelt, lakes, and basins created by dams.
The foundation for modern irrigation engineering in India was laid by Sir Proby Cauthy and Sir Arthur Cotton.