UPSC PRELIMS · HISTORY · DHOLAVIRA WATER MANAGEMENT
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?
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EXPLANATION
Dholavira is famous for sophisticated reservoirs, dams and water-management systems.
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