Indus Valley Civilization MCQs for LDC
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LDC — Ancient Period — Indus Valley Civilization
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Question 1 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Archaeological Finding) A. Ploughed Field B. Dockyard C. Evidence of Surgery D. 10-letter Signboard List-II (Site) 1. Lothal 2. Kalibangan 3. Dholavira 4. Banawali
Question 2 of 20
Which of the following materials were expertly combined to create the watertight mortar used in critical areas of the Harappan drainage conduits? 1. Lime 2. Iron clamps 3. Gypsum 4. Bitumen
Question 3 of 20
Which two sites were located in India at the time of independence?
Question 4 of 20
Match List-I (Artifact) with List-II (Material/Location) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I A. Dancing Girl B. Priest King C. Chariot D. Bull List-II i. Steatite (Mohenjodaro) ii. Metal (Daimabad) iii. Metal (Mohenjodaro) iv. Terracotta (Mohenjodaro)
Question 5 of 20
Which of the following represents the correct excavator of Lothal?
Question 6 of 20
The 'Pashupati Seal' found at Mohenjodaro depicts a figure surrounded by animals. Which of the following sets of animals is correctly depicted on the seal?
Question 7 of 20
Which site is considered the largest creation or structure of the Indus Valley Civilization?
Question 8 of 20
At which Indus Valley site were 'Fire Altars' (Havan Kunds) discovered, indicating ritualistic practices?
Question 9 of 20
What does the 'Sargon Inscription' refer to the Indus Valley Civilization as?
Question 10 of 20
Which of the following statements regarding the geographical extent of the Indus Valley Civilization is NOT correct?
Question 11 of 20
In the context of the Indus Valley Civilization, the term 'Meluha' was used to refer to:
Question 12 of 20
The Indus Valley Civilization is primarily described as which type of civilization?
Question 13 of 20
Which of the following is correct about the 'College' evidence?
Question 14 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the seals of the Indus Valley Civilization: 1. Most seals were made of Steatite. 2. They were mostly square in shape. 3. The most common animal depicted on the seals is the Cow. 4. They were used to identify ownership and quality of goods. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 15 of 20
Which of the following is correct regarding the 'Great Bath' of Mohenjodaro?
Question 16 of 20
Regarding the drainage system of the Indus Valley Civilization, which statement is true?
Question 17 of 20
The famous bronze statue of the 'Dancing Girl' found at Mohenjodaro was made using which technique?
Question 18 of 20
Assertion (A): The Harappan civilization utilized bitumen in specific areas of their drainage system. Reason (R): Bitumen acts as an excellent waterproofing agent, ensuring that conduits remained watertight.
Question 19 of 20
Why did Harappans incorporate a slope of approximately 2 cm per meter in their drainage system?
Question 20 of 20