What does the brick ratio of 4:2:1 signify in Harappan history?

It is proof of a centralized administration or shared standards that governed brick manufacturing across thousands of miles.

Harappan Uniformity and Construction Evolution (2018 PYQ)

ID: ART_MIS_2018_95 Ref: Themes in Indian History - Part I

Which of the following statements about Harappa Civilization is/are correct?
1. There is the extraordinary uniformity in artefacts as evident in pottery, seals, bricks and weights.
2. The late Harappa sites also maintained the same construction techniques as were used in mature Harappa sites. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

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Correct Option: A

There was extraordinary uniformity in Harappan artefacts during the mature phase. However, late Harappan sites saw a decline in construction quality and standardization.