What are the different techniques of water harvesting?

1.	What are the different techniques of water harvesting?
Answer» 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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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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