Quiz on Harappan Civilisation

What is the most distinctive artefact of the Harappan civilisation?

• Pottery

• Jewellery

• Terracotta figurine

• Seal

What was the Harappan seal made of?

• Gold

• Copper

• Bronze

• Steatite

Which region was known for its shell objects like bangles and ladles?

• Balakot

• Nageshwar

• Mohenjodaro

• Lothal

What was the purpose of seals and sealings in the Harappan civilisation?

• Decoration

• Communication

• Weighing

• Cooking

What material was probably brought from Oman to the Harappan region?

• Copper

• Bronze

• Lapis Lazuli

• Gold

What are some of the objects on which writing has been found in the Harappan civilisation?

• Stones and bones

• Metal and wood

• Copper tools and terracotta tablets

• Jewellery and textiles

How were exchanges regulated in the Harappan civilisation?

• By verbal agreements

• By barter system

• By a precise system of weights

• By using coins

What was the significance of the Great Bath in Mohenjodaro?

• It was a ritual structure

• It was used for storing water

• It was a burial site

• It was a marketplace

What is the main challenge in reconstructing religious practices of the Harappan civilisation?

• Lack of archaeological evidence

• Misinterpretation of artefacts

• Language barrier

• Absence of religious texts

What is the significance of the lingas found in the Harappan civilisation?

• They were part of burial rituals

• They were used as currency

• They were worshipped as symbols of Shiva

• They were used in board games