Question

most of the settlements in the past developed near the rivers. Why?​

Answer 1

Answer:-

Settlements grew near the river valleys because plenty of water was available there and land was fertile.

Additional Information:-

Water The most important environmental factor in early human settlement was water. Physical features like rivers, lakes, and inland seas were good sources of fresh water. For this reason, farmers often settled near rivers. A river's natural flooding could help irrigate their farms.

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