Which of the following characterizes / characterize the people of Indus Civilization? 1. They possessed great palaces and temples. 2. They worshipped both male and female deities. 3. They employed horse-drawn chariots in warfare. Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below:
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A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. None of the above.
Answer: 2 only
Option b is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is incorrect. No building has been discovered at any Harappan site that can be positively identified as a temple, but the Great Bath at Mohenjo-daro may have been used for ritual purposes.
Statement 2 is correct. A seal with male figure sitting in a logic posture with a trident-like headgear, surrounded by animals, has been found. Figurines resembling a female deity have been found. They suggest worship of Mother Goddess.
Statement 3 is incorrect. There is no proof to conclude that people of Indus Valley Civilization employed horses.