Harappan Civilization Questions and Answers – Page 15

, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Harappa is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Mohenjodaro is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Chanhudaro may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Kalibanga is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option A, Harappa, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.The R.H-37 artifact tag refers to excavation finds from Harappa (R.H = Rakhal Harappa or Rai Harappa excavation reference). The famous cemetery R-37 at Harappa yielded important burial evidence about the Harappan people. This is a specialized UPSC-level question.

ocation, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: J.H. Mackay is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. John Marshall is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. R.E.M. Heviler may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Ariel Stein is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option B, J.H. Mackay, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.Chanhudaro was excavated by J.H. Mackay in 1935-36. It is an important Harappan site known for bead-making, toy-making, and craftwork. Importantly, it is the only Harappan city without a citadel (acropolis). This is asked in SSC CGL and UPSC Prelims.

tion, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Steatite (Soapstone) is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Copper is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Bronze may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Iron is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option A, Steatite (Soapstone), matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.Harappan seals were primarily made of steatite (soapstone). These seals were used for trade and administrative purposes. They typically had animal motifs and an undeciphered script. Over 2000 such seals have been found. This is a basic SSC and Railway exam question.

tion, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: 2 is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. 4 is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. 3 may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. 1 is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option C, 2, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.Two Harappan sites have been found in Afghanistan — Shortughai and Mundigak. Shortughai is the northernmost site of the Harappan Civilization, located near the Amu Darya river. This is a higher difficulty fact for UPSC Prelims and SSC CGL exams.

cation, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Dholavira is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Rakhigarhi is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Kalibanga may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Amri is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option B, Dholavira, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.Dholavira is the only Harappan site from which a 'signboard' inscription (name-plate) has been found. This large inscription, made of white gypsum letters on a wooden board, is considered the world's first known signboard. A unique and important exam fact.

excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Bhogavo is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Bharavi is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Chitra may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Chakra is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option B, Bhogavo, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.The Bhogavo river is the river to which Lothal's dockyard was connected through a canal. This canal connected the dockyard to the river, enabling sea trade. Lothal's dockyard is considered the world's earliest known dock. This is an important UPSC Prelims fact.

ractice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Proto-Historical Period is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Historical Period is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Pre-Historical Period may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Old Stone Age is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option B, Proto-Historical Period, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.The Harappan/Indus Valley Civilization is placed in the Proto-Historical Period because it had a script that has not yet been fully deciphered. It is neither purely prehistoric (no script) nor fully historical (script not yet read). This classification is crucial for SSC and UPSC exams.

onology, geographical location, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Mohenjodaro is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Harappa is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Chanhudaro may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Lothal is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option D, Mohenjodaro, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.The famous Unicorn bull seal (one-horned bull) is associated with Mohenjodaro. Harappan seals were primarily made of steatite (soapstone) and depicted various animals. The bull seal from Mohenjodaro is one of the most iconic artifacts of this civilization.

ltural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Rakhal Das Banerji is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Sir Ariel Stein is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. D.R. Bhandarkar may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. N.G. Majumdar is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option A, Rakhal Das Banerji, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.Rakhal Das Banerji (R.D. Banerjee) was the first person to visit Mohenjodaro and discovered it in 1922. He recognized it as an ancient site. Later, John Marshall officially announced the discovery. This is a highly important SSC CGL and UPSC Prelims question.

raphical location, excavator, or cultural practice referred to in the stem.

Option-wise analysis: Red is correct because it fulfils the precise historical condition asked. Blue-green is incorrect because it belongs to a different site, discovery, period, location, or cultural association. Pandu may be connected with ancient Indian history, but its defining evidence does not match this question. Blue is also incorrect because the site–feature, person–excavation, river–settlement, or chronology link is different.

For examination purposes, classify the question before selecting an answer. If it asks about a site, recall its location, river, excavator, and special discovery. If it concerns an artefact, distinguish the place where it was found from the material or interpretation attached to it. If it concerns dates, separate Early, Mature, and Late Harappan phases. Archaeological interpretations may change when new evidence appears, so use the standard association accepted in school texts and competitive examinations. Therefore option A, Red, matches the marked correct index and is the best-supported answer.Harappan pottery was generally red in color with black painted designs. The pottery was wheel-made and of very high quality. Red pottery with black motifs is the hallmark of mature Harappan culture. This is frequently asked in SSC and Railway exams.