Question

Which of the following "water storage" types are commonly used in Bihar?
(A) Bhundhis
(B) Ahar
(C) Kulhs
(D) Pynes
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) and (C) only
• (B) and (D) only
• (A) and (B) only
• (C) and (D) only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

For Bihar, two key traditional water storage systems are "Ahar" and "Pynes." Understanding these systems highlights regional water conservation and storage methods. Let's define them:

• Ahar: A reservoir for rainwater collection, typically an embankment built across slopes to hold rainwater and river surplus.
• Pynes: Small channel networks that convey water from sources like snowmelt or rivers to agricultural fields, vital for traditional Bihar irrigation.

Based on these definitions, both "Ahar" and "Pynes" are fundamental to Bihar's water management. Therefore, the correct answer regarding commonly used water storage types in Bihar is: (B) and (D) only