Question

why most of the settlements in the past developed near the rivers​

Answer 1

ANSWER :-

Early settlements grew near the river valleys due to the availibility of fresh water for drinking and irrigation purposes. Soil near the river valleys was also fertile which helped in agricultural activities.

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Answer 2

Answer:

River valleys are most fertile region and the first human settlement were all done to do agriculture. The fertile soil in these regions were best suited for agriculture. Hence people first settled near river valleys.

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