UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2021

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

Answer

Correct Answer

Dholavira

Explanation

Dholavira, a Harappan city in Kutch (Gujarat), had an elaborate water conservation system of dams, embankments, channels and a series of connected reservoirs. Kalibangan, Rakhigarhi and Ropar are not known for such extensive water-harvesting works.

Topics: ancient india, history, indus valley civilisation, water management at dholavira