Question

Which of the following is correctly matched with Harappan civilization ?

• A. Harappa - First discovered site
• B. Mohenjo-Daro - Dockyard discovered site
• C. Lothal - The largest site
• D. Kalibangan - Great bath discovered site

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Harappa - First discovered site

Harappa — First discovered site

• The Harappan Civilization (or Indus Valley Civilization) is named after Harappa, which was the very first site to be excavated in 1921 by Daya Ram Sahni.

• This discovery pushed the history of India back by thousands of years, revealing a sophisticated urban society.

• Mohenjo-Daro (Mound of the Dead): Famous for the Great Bath, the Granary, and the Bronze Dancing Girl statue. It was the largest urban center of the civilization.

• Lothal: Known as the "Manchester of Harappan Civilization." It featured the world's earliest known artificial brick dockyard, connected to the Sabarmati River, proving they were active maritime traders.

• Kalibangan: Located in Rajasthan, this site provided evidence of the earliest ploughed agricultural field and several fire altars, suggesting ritualistic practices.

• Dholavira: Notable for its unique three-part city planning and a sophisticated water conservation system with giant reservoirs.