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U.P.P.C.S. Prelims 1996

Harappan Geography

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which of the following is not correctly matched-

Solution & Analysis

Answer: C

Concept Mapping the geographical spread of the Indus Civilization is essential for understanding regional variations in its culture.

Explanation Kalibangan is located in the Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan on the banks of the Ghaggar river, not in Haryana.

Logical Breakup
Alamgirpur (A): Correct. The easternmost site in Meerut, UP.
Lothal (B): Correct. The port city in Gujarat.
Ropar (D): Correct. The site in Punjab where first post-independence excavations occurred.
Kalibangan (C): Incorrect. It is in Rajasthan.

Active Recall

Question

Which major Harappan site is actually in Haryana?

Answer

Rakhi Garhi and Banawali are major Harappan sites located in Haryana.

Core Insight

The location of sites like Alamgirpur and Kalibangan proves that the civilization successfully crossed the Thar desert and entered the Gangetic system.

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