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Correct Answer: Option (C) — waterwheel used in the irrigation of land
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Standard Reference VerifiedThe term 'Araghatta' (from Sanskrit 'ara' meaning spoke and 'ghatta' meaning pot) refers to a mechanical device or waterwheel used for lifting water from wells or water bodies for irrigation. It was widely used in medieval India to boost agricultural productivity.
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