Keeladi Archaeological Findings Quiz
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Where is Keeladi located?

  • Kerala state, India
  • Madurai city, Tamil Nadu
  • Along the Ganges river
  • Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu (correct)
  • What does the unearthing of heaps of pottery at Keeladi suggest?

  • Evidence of a fishing industry
  • Evidence of a textile industry
  • Existence of a pottery making industry (correct)
  • Existence of a metalworking industry
  • What have over 120 potsherds found at Keeladi contained?

  • Arabic calligraphy
  • Sanskrit scriptures
  • Greek writings
  • Tamil Brahmi inscriptions (correct)
  • What does the presence of spindle whorls, copper needles, and terracotta seal suggest about Keeladi?

    <p>Various stages of a weaving industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What industries are suggested by the findings at Keeladi?

    <p>Pottery making, weaving, dyeing, and glass bead industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    <p>pottery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    <p>script</p> Signup and view all the answers

    <p>weaving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    <p>glass bead</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Location of Keeladi

    • Keeladi is situated in the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.

    Archaeological Significance

    • The discovery of numerous pottery fragments suggests a well-established settlement in ancient times.
    • Pottery found indicates an advanced understanding of ceramic technology and artistry.

    Contents of Potsherds

    • Over 120 potsherds unearthed at Keeladi have contained inscriptions, providing insights into the region's historical language and communication.

    Artifacts and Implications

    • The presence of spindle whorls indicates textile production and the significance of weaving in ancient society.
    • Copper needles found suggest advanced practices in sewing and possibly medical applications.
    • Terracotta seals point to economic activities, such as trade and record-keeping, highlighting an organized societal structure.

    Suggested Industries at Keeladi

    • Pottery-making, evidenced by the numerous fragments and their complexity.
    • Textile production, inferred from the spindle whorls.
    • Metalworking, indicated by the copper needles.
    • Trade, suggested by the terracotta seals used for commerce.
    • Agriculture, as inferred from the overall settlement organization and surrounding land use patterns.

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    Test your knowledge about the archaeological findings at the Keeladi site in Tamil Nadu, including the significance of the artefacts unearthed and the upcoming Keeladi Site Museum.

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