Geography


Chapter : 3. Drainage

Role Of Rivers In The Economy

1. Development of Civilization : Rivers have played role in the development of civilisation most of the ancient civilisation like Indus, Aztec etc developed around the river.
2. Development for Agriculture : Rivers and their associated alluvial soils provide the most productive agricultural lands of the country.
3. Settlement : Most of the large cities are located on the banks of a river. Not only do river provide water supplies but also they provide transportation.
4. Industrial development : It has flourished along rivers in many industrial as a coolant and for the generation of hydro electricity.
5. Means of transportation : Rivers provide primary channel of inland transportation.

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