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U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2017

Harappan Archeological findings

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Match the sites with their findings: | Site | Finding | | :--- | :--- | | A. Harappa | 1. Dancing Girl | | B. Lothal | 2. Cemetery H | | C. Kalibangan | 3. Dockyard | | D. Mohenjo-Daro | 4. Fire Altars |

Solution & Analysis

Answer: D

Concept Archaeological excavation reports provide a set of unique 'type fossils' for each major Indus Valley city.

Explanation Harappa's cemetery R-37 shows specific burial practices; Kalibangan's ploughed field is the earliest in the world; the Dancing Girl is a masterpiece of lost-wax casting from Mohenjo-daro.

Logical Breakup
Harappa (1): Cemetery R-37.
Lothal (2): Dockyard.
Kalibangan (4): Furrowed land (Ploughed field).
Mohenjo-Daro (3): Dancing Girl Statue.

Active Recall

Question

Why is the 'Dancing Girl' statue significant?

Answer

It demonstrates a high level of metallurgical skill and provides insights into the aesthetics, dress, and posture of Harappan people.

Core Insight

The variety of findings across these sites proves that the Indus Civilization had distinct specialized centers for religion, trade, and agriculture.

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