GS PrelimsHistory (Ancient India)Miscellaneous2025

The irrigation device called 'Araghatta' was

A

a water bag made of leather pulled over a pulley

B

a large wheel with earthen pots tied to the outer ends of its spokes

C

a larger earthen pot driven by bullocks

D

a large water bucket pulled up by rope directly by hand

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

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