Geography
In certain parts of India, glaciers are the main source of water. The people in these areas use an innovative water harvesting technique by diverting glacier streams into small tanks. It is usually done in the evening when the glaciers are relatively melted. Which of these regions could be practising this?
- Khasi and Jantia hills
- Ladakh region
- Siwaliks hills
- Tarai region
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Ladakh region
Reason — Ladakh has high altitude and cold climate with limited rainfall, and glaciers are the primary source of water for irrigation and drinking. The technique of diverting glacier meltwater into small tanks is commonly used there.
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