10 Questions
What material is the Harappan seal made of?
Steatite
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a distinctive object of the Harappan culture?
Metal weapons
What geographical areas were artifacts from the Harappan culture found in?
Baluchistan (Pakistan), Gujarat, Afghanistan
What are archaeologists referring to when they use the term 'culture'?
A set of distinctive objects found together in a specific area and time period
When was the Harappan civilisation dated between?
2600 and 1900 BCE
What is one major factor that distinguishes the Harappan civilisation from the Early Harappan cultures?
Abandonment of certain settlements
Which plants are NOT mentioned as being part of the dietary practices of the Harappans?
Rice
What is the role of archaeo-botanists in studying the diet of the Harappans?
Reconstructing dietary practices from charred grains and seeds
Which region had more settlements during the Mature Harappan period according to the provided figures?
Sind
Which term is used to refer to the year 2015 in the dating system mentioned in the text?
CE
Explore the artefacts and seals of the Harappan civilization, made of steatite and featuring animal motifs. Learn about the undeciphered script and the archaeological evidence that sheds light on the lives of the ancient people in the Indus Valley region.
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