UPSC PYQPrelims 2021

Civil Services Examination · Question 32

Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by building a series of dams and channelizing water into connected reservoirs?

  1. Dholavira
  2. Kalibangan
  3. Rakhigarhi
  4. Ropar
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Answer: (A) Dholavira

Explanation

Dholavira (Harappan, Kutch) had an elaborate system of dams, channels and reservoirs.