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What was the purpose of establishing settlements like Nageshwar and Balakot?
What was the purpose of establishing settlements like Nageshwar and Balakot?
- To procure gold from south India
- To establish communication with local communities
- To acquire lapis lazuli for jewelry making
- To acquire shell for craft production (correct)
Which area was known for being near the best source of lapis lazuli?
Which area was known for being near the best source of lapis lazuli?
- Nageshwar, India
- Balakot, Pakistan
- Shortughai, Afghanistan (correct)
- Lothal, India
What raw materials were available near the settlement of Lothal?
What raw materials were available near the settlement of Lothal?
- Carnelian, steatite, and metal (correct)
- Lapis lazuli, shell, and carnelian
- Gold, silver, and copper
- Iron, bronze, and silver
What is the significance of the occasional finds of Harappan artefacts in areas like Khetri region of Rajasthan?
What is the significance of the occasional finds of Harappan artefacts in areas like Khetri region of Rajasthan?
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What evidence exists in the Khetri area for a culture distinct from the Harappans?
What evidence exists in the Khetri area for a culture distinct from the Harappans?
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