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Which traditional water harvesting structure, common in Rajasthan, consists of a series of curved embankments to capture rainwater?

  1. Johad
  2. Baoli
  3. Kund
  4. Tank

Answer: Johad

Johads are earthen check dams in Rajasthan that capture rainwater, recharge groundwater, and support agriculture. Revived by organizations like Tarun Bharat Sangh, they exemplify community-based traditional water management.

Topic Eco-Culture - Traditional Water Management
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway
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