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What is the difference between Inundation canals and Perennial canals?
Topic: Types of canals
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The difference is shown in the table.
Comparison
| Inundation canals | Perennial canals |
|---|---|
| Taken directly off a river without any barrage; carry water only when the river is in flood, in the rainy season. | Taken from a river controlled by a dam or barrage; carry water throughout the year. |
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