Which metal was notably unknown to the Harappans?

Iron was unknown to the Indus Valley people; it only came into widespread use during the later Vedic period.

Indus Valley Civilization: Sites and Urban Planning (2008 PYQ)

ID: HIS_ANC_2008_177 Ref: Standard Educational Reference

Consider the following statements and select the correct answer:
1. Mohenjodaro, Harappa, Ropar and Kalibangan are the main sites of Indus valley civilization.
2. People of Harappa developed the road, proper housing and drainage system.
3. People of Harappa were unknown about the use of metals.

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The Indus Valley Civilization is defined by its planned cities like Harappa and its advanced drainage systems. They were proficient in metals like bronze but did not know iron.

Consider the following statements and select the correct answer:1. Mohenjodaro, Harappa, Ropar and Kalibangan are the main sites of Indus valley civilization.2. People of Harappa developed the road, proper housing and drainage system.3. People of Harappa were unknown about the use of metals.

Consider the following statements and select the correct answer:
1. Mohenjodaro, Harappa, Ropar and Kalibangan are the main sites of Indus valley civilization.
2. People of Harappa developed the road, proper housing and drainage system.
3. People of Harappa were unknown about the use of metals.