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13621
Which of the following Indus Valley sites is NOT located within the modern borders of India?
Chanhudaro is located in the Sindh province of Pakistan. In contrast, Farmana is in Haryana (India), and Khirasara and Loteshwar are located in Gujarat (India).
13622
The writing style 'Boustrophedon', associated with the Indus script, implies which direction of writing?
Boustrophedon is a bi-directional text system. In the Indus script, the first line is typically read from right to left, and the second line from left to right, resembling the path of an ox ploughing a field.
13623
At which Harappan site was an inkpot discovered, suggesting the use of ink for writing?
Excavations at Chanhudaro led to the discovery of a small pot interpreted as an inkpot. This supports the theory that the Harappans wrote on perishable materials like palm leaves or cloth, which have not survived.
13624
Which material was predominantly used for house construction in the Indus Valley Civilization?
The Indus Valley Civilization is famous for its extensive use of baked bricks (terracotta) for construction. The bricks were made to a standardized ratio (1:2:4), highlighting the civilization's focus on uniformity and engineering.
13625
A famous nude male torso sculpture was discovered at which Harappan site?
The red sandstone torso of a nude male was found at Harappa. This sculpture is renowned for its realistic rendering of human anatomy, distinguishing it from the more stylized art often found in the region.
13626
Which other Harappan site shares the meaning 'Mound of the Dead' with Mohenjo-daro?
Kalibangan literally translates to 'Black Bangles' in the local language (Kali = Black, Bangan = Bangles). The site yielded fragments of black terracotta bangles, giving it its name.
13628
Excavations at which site yielded evidence of a board game bearing similarities to modern chess?
At Lothal, archaeologists found a gaming board and pieces that resemble a primitive form of chess. This suggests that board games were a part of the recreational life of the Harappan people.
13629
There is no archaeological evidence supporting the cultivation of which crop at Indus Valley sites?
The Harappans cultivated wheat, barley, peas, and even rice (found at Lothal and Rangpur), but there is no concrete evidence suggesting they cultivated or used sugarcane. Sugarcane cultivation appears in the Indian subcontinent much later.
13630
At which ancient site was the first potential astronomical observatory of the Harappan Civilization discovered?
Dholavira is unique for its complex water management and architectural layout. Archaeologists have identified structures there that may have functioned as an astronomical observatory, reflecting the civilization's advanced understanding of celestial cycles.
