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UPSC Prelims 2021 Paper-1 📅 10 Oct, 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?

A
Dholavira
B
Kalibangan
C
Rakhigarhi
D
Ropar
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UPSC Prelims
2021 • 10 Oct, 2021 • Paper-1
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?
Correct Answer
Dholavira
Archaeological Context: The Harappan civilization is generally recognized for its advanced civic planning, but specific sites adapted unique technologies based ......
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
Archaeological Context ▼
The Harappan civilization is generally recognized for its advanced civic planning, but specific sites adapted unique technologies based on their geographical constraints.
Site Specifics ▼
Situated in the arid landscape of the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, the ancient city of Dholavira faced severe freshwater scarcity. To survive, its inhabitants engineered a highly sophisticated water management system.
Engineering Marvel ▼
This system uniquely featured a network of storm-water channels, check dams constructed across seasonal streams (the Manhar and Mansar), and a series of massive, rock-cut interconnected reservoirs designed to harvest and store every drop of monsoon rain. The other listed sites (Kalibangan, Rakhigarhi, Ropar) do not exhibit this specific, large-scale reservoir engineering.
Conclusion ▼
Dholavira stands out historically for its unparalleled water harvesting infrastructure.
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