What type of pottery with a glossy finish, possibly used by rich people, has been found in ancient Indian cities or urban centres?

A) Northern Black Polished Ware
B) Terracotta pottery
C) Earthenware
D) Redware pottery

Choose the correct answer from the given options:

A

The correct answer is Option 1 - A

GIVEN OPTIONS:

A) Northern Black Polished Ware (ANSWER)
B) Terracotta pottery
C) Earthenware
D) Redware pottery

Urban centres emerged in several parts of the subcontinent from c. sixth century BCE. Many of these were capitals of mahajanapadas. Virtually all major towns were located along routes of communication. The Kings and ruling elites lived in fortified cities. Although it is difficult to conduct extensive excavations at most sites because people live in these areas even today (unlike the Harappan cities), a wide range of artefacts have been recovered from them. These include fine pottery bowls and dishes, with a glossy finish, known as Northern Black Polished Ware, probably used by rich people, and ornaments, tools, weapons, vessels, figurines, made of a wide range of materials – gold, silver, copper, bronze, ivory, glass, shell and terracotta.