Question

Name the water harvesting structure in Rajasthan.

Answer 1

Water harvesting:

1. It refers to the practice of collecting rainwater or capturing the run-offs and adopting measures to store the accumulated water for consumption and to recharge groundwater.
2. The water stored can be used in gardens, livestock, irrigation, and domestic use after proper treatment and for various other activities.

The water harvesting structure in Rajasthan:

1. Khadins
2. Tanks
3. Johads
4. Nadis