THE DRY SIDE OF THE INDUS
EXPLORING SPATE IRRIGATION IN PAKISTAN
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They are unknown but they cover an area of more than one million hectares, which is close to 10% of all irrigated land in Pakistan: spate irrigation systems. Also called 'rod kohi' 'sailaba' or 'nai' in different parts of the country. Dependent on making the most out of short duration floods. They embody a unique and ancient culture of water sharing.
This book describes for the very first time these special systems and the societies they have given rise to.
Book Details
- ISBN: 9789694025711
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- Format: Hardback
- Publication Date: 2014
- Number of Pages: 136
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- Publisher: VANGUARD BOOKS
- Language: English
- Weight: 0.24 g
