IVC Geography

Matching Harappan Sites with States: Balu, Manda, Hulas

Balu is in Haryana, Manda in Jammu & Kashmir, Padri in Gujarat, and Hulas in Uttar Pradesh.

Primary Reference: NCERT Class 12 - Themes in Indian History Part I

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Match the Harappan sites with their respective locations:
Harappan SiteLocation
A. Balu1. Uttar Pradesh
B. Manda2. Gujarat
C. Padri3. Haryana
D. Hulas4. Jammu & Kashmir

[UPPCS (Pre) 2020]

Detailed Solution & Historical Context

Concept


Identifying the geographical spread of IVC sites helps in understanding the cultural and environmental diversity of the civilization.

Authentic Source Evidence


Archeological records place Manda as the northernmost limit and Hulas/Mandi as the eastern reaches.

Analytical Breakdown


  • Balu (3): Haryana.

  • Manda (2): Jammu and Kashmir (Northernmost site).

  • Padri (4): Gujarat.

  • Hulas (1): Uttar Pradesh.
  • Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic

    "Which site is the northernmost point of the Indus Civilization?"

    Manda in Jammu and Kashmir is traditionally cited as the northernmost limit.

    Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip

    "The distribution from J&K to Gujarat and UP showcases the immense 1.3 million square kilometer reach of Harappan culture."

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