In hilly areas-Kuhls were the common water management system in hilly areas. In this system, water is transported to the lower areas of the hills through man-made drains. In the regions of Meghalaya, the water is transported through bamboo drains. Plateaus-In plateau regions, diversions or check dams are created at the banks of the rivers. These dams are known as Bandharas. Plains-In plain areas like Gujrat and Rajasthan, Jhalaras were built to collect water. However, bawaries were also used to supply water in nearby villages.