Question

describe the rainwater harvesting system being carried out in semi -arid and arid regions of rajasthan

Answer 1

a. Semi arid regions of Rajasthan are Bikaner, Phalodi and Barner districts.

b. Here every house has underground tanks.

c. They are either within the house or courtyards.

d. The size of the tank is 6.1x 4.27x2.44 meters.

e. These tanks are connected with pipes to the rooftops. Rainwater comes through these pipes to the tanks.

f. The first spell is not collected, it is the rainwater of subsequent showers that is collected since it is devoid of impurities.

g. This rainwater is stored to ensure water supply.