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Management of Natural Resources — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceManagement of Natural Resources5 Marks
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What are the different techniques of water harvesting?
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Water harvesting is an old practice. Water harvesting techniques depends on the location where it is to be used. Some of them are listed below:
  • Khadins, Tanks and Nadis in Rajasthan.
  • Bhandaras and Tals in Maharashtra.
  • Ahars and Pynes in Bihar.
  • Bhundhis in MP and UP.
  • Kulhs in Himachal Pradesh.
  • Ponds in Jammu region.
  • Eris (tanks) in Tamil Nadu.
  • Surangams in Kerala.
  • Kattas in Karnataka.
Purpose or rainwater harvesting is not only to hold rainwater but also to recharge groundwater

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