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In Madhya Pradesh, water ponds used for rainwater harvesting are called:

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Pokhariyan

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Johad

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Jaleb

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Rapat

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Solution

The correct option is A
Pokhariyan

In Madhya Pradesh, a reservoir or a medium size lake constructed to store water is known as Pokhariyan.

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