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Social Science · 2025 · 3 marks
CBSE 2025 · Region 3 · Set 2 · Q26
Describe any three ways of water conservation used in ancient India.
Describe any three ways of water conservation used in ancient India.
Marking-scheme solution
(i) In ancient times, we have been constructing sophisticated hydraulic structures for the conservation and management of water.
(ii) For instance, stepwells, reservoirs, and lakes were constructed.
(iii) Embankments and canals were built for irrigation.
(iv) Ponds were created.
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