A
Dholavira
B
Kalibangan
C
Rakhigarhi
D
Ropar
Correct answer: (a) Dholavira
Explanation
- A
Dholavira
Dholavira. Dams, channels and connected reservoirs on the island city.
- B
Kalibangan
Kalibangan. Ploughed field, fire altars — not this water grid.
- C
Rakhigarhi
Rakhigarhi. Largest Harappan spread; not the textbook reservoir system.
- D
Ropar
Ropar. A Sutlej site; not this hydraulic fame.
Summary. Official key is (a) Dholavira. The Harappan city in Kutch is known for an elaborate system of dams, drains and interlinked reservoirs.
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