Q1.
Which one of the following features best distinguishes the Harappan Civilization from other contemporary civilizations?
A) Use of iron tools
B) Grid-pattern town planning with standardized bricks
C) Presence of large pyramidal structures
D) Extensive use of rock-cut architecture
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Q2.
Consider the following statements regarding Harappan seals:
1. Most seals were made of steatite.
2. They were primarily used for religious purposes only.
3. The script on seals has not yet been deciphered.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) 1 and 3 only
B) 2 only
C) 1 only
D) 1, 2 and 3
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Q3.
The Great Bath, one of the most remarkable structures of the Harappan Civilization, has been discovered at:
A) Harappa
B) Dholavira
C) Mohenjo-daro
D) Lothal
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Q4.
Which of the following pairs of Harappan sites and their distinguishing features is/are correctly matched?
1. Lothal – Dockyard
2. Dholavira – Water reservoirs
3. Banawali – Circular city layout
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3
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Q5.
The uniformity in brick size used across Harappan sites indicates:
A) Centralized political control
B) Advanced knowledge of geometry
C) Religious standardization
D) Foreign influence
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Q6.
Which one of the following animals is most frequently depicted on Harappan seals?
A) Horse
B) Elephant
C) Unicorn
D) Lion
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Q7.
Consider the following statements about Harappan economy:
1. Agriculture was the main occupation.
2. Barter system was prevalent.
3. Evidence of overseas trade has been found.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3
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Q8.
Which metal was NOT known to the Harappans?
A) Copper
B) Bronze
C) Gold
D) Iron
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Q9.
The decline of the Harappan Civilization is best explained by:
A) Foreign invasion only
B) Sudden volcanic eruption
C) Combination of ecological and economic factors
D) Complete political collapse
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Q10.
Which one of the following statements best describes Harappan religious practices?
A) Dominance of Vedic deities
B) Worship of nature and fertility symbols
C) Exclusive worship of fire
D) Absence of religious beliefs
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