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UPSC 2021: Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management where a series of bunds created check-dams and canals carried the water to connected reservoirs?
(a)Dholavira
(b)Kalibangan
(c)Rakhigarhi
(d)Ropar
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (a) Dholavira
Dholavira (Khadir Bet, Kutch) is noted for its sophisticated water-management: a chain of check-dams diverted rainwater into interconnected stone-lined reservoirs surrounding the city. Such an extensive hydraulic system is not attested at Kalibangan, Rakhigarhi or Ropar. ([drishtiias.com](https://www.drishtiias.com/current-affairs-news-analysis-editorials/news-editorials/2023-02-28/print/manual?utm_source=openai))
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2021, GS Paper 1, as Question 32. It falls under Ancient History > Indus Valley Civilization.
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