Questions and Answers
Which material are Harappan seals made of?
Stone
What do Harappan seals often contain?
Animal motifs and signs from a script
What do archaeologists use the term 'culture' for?
A group of objects distinctive in style
What is the script found on Harappan seals?
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What type of evidence do we have about the lives of the people who lived in the Harappan civilization?
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Study Notes
Harappan Seals
- Harappan seals are made of steatite, a type of soft stone, and sometimes of terracotta, copper, or bronze.
- Harappan seals often contain a pictorial motif, a script, and a seal owner's name or title.
Archaeological Concepts
- Archaeologists use the term 'culture' to refer to a distinct way of life, shared by a group of people, which includes their social, economic, and political practices.
Script and Writing
- The script found on Harappan seals is undeciphered, meaning it has not yet been fully understood or translated.
Historical Evidence
- We have archaeological evidence about the lives of the people who lived in the Harappan civilization, including artifacts, ruins, and other material remains.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the ancient Harappan civilization with this quiz! Learn about their distinctive seals, undeciphered script, and the lives of the people who inhabited the Indus Valley region.
