In the citadel and lower-town areas of which one of the following Harappan cities, have several large cisterns and reservoirs been found?

Dholavira, located in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat, is renowned for its sophisticated water management system, which is far more advanced than other Harappan sites. Unlike the typical two-part division of Harappan cities, Dholavira was divided into three sections: the citadel, the middle town, and the lower town [3]. Excavations have revealed several large cisterns and reservoirs within these fortified areas, designed to store rainwater and manage the scarce water resources of the arid region [2]. While Mohenjo-daro is famous for its Great Bath and approximately 700 wells [2], Dholavira's unique feature is its extensive network of stone-cut reservoirs and dams [1]. These structures reflect a high degree of engineering skill and a civic priority on water conservation, distinguishing Dholavira as a premier example of ancient hydraulic architecture.

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1. [3] https://www.lkouniv.ac.in/site/writereaddata/siteContent/202003241550006972anil_kumar_HARAPPAN_CIVILIZATION%201.pdf
2. [1] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 1: Early India: From the Beginnings to the Indus Civilisation > Planned Towns > p. 10
3. [2] Exploring Society:India and Beyond. Social Science-Class VI . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 6: The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation > Questions, activities and projects > p. 104