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U.P.P.C.S. Mains 2006

History of Indian Archaeology

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which one of the following is not correctly matched?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: D

Concept The history of archaeology in India is marked by specific individuals who systematically uncovered major Indus Valley sites.

Explanation Dholavira was first identified by J.P. Joshi, but extensive excavations were conducted by R.S. Bisht. B.K. Thapar is primarily associated with Kalibangan.

Logical Breakup
A, B, C: Correct. These are the primary excavators associated with those sites.
D (Dholavira): Incorrectly matched with B.K. Thapar; R.S. Bisht led the major excavations here starting in 1990.

Active Recall

Question

Who was the first Indian Director-General of the ASI?

Answer

Daya Ram Sahni was the first Indian to hold this prestigious position.

Core Insight

The systematic excavation of these sites post-independence helped India claim its own extensive and sophisticated share of the Harappan heritage.

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