Which traditional underground channel system is used for irrigation in Balochistan?

Correct answer: Karez. A karez is a traditional underground channel that carries groundwater to farmland in Balochistan.

Background: Karez systems are an ancient method from Persia.

• Tube well: A tube well is a modern pumped well.
• Canal: A canal carries river water on the surface.
• Lift: Lift irrigation raises water from a river or canal with pumps.

Did you know? Karez water flows by gravity and does not need pumps.

Memory trick: Karez = underground tunnel.