Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Bricks, Beads and Bones

Question:

Which of the following settlements was established by the Harappans in an area abundant in the shell?

Options:

Shortughai

Balakot

Lothal

All of the above

Correct Answer:

Balakot

Explanation:

The Harappans employed various strategies to procure materials for craft production. They established settlements in specific locations where certain resources were available. For example, Nageshwar and Balakot were settled near areas abundant in shell, while Shortughai in Afghanistan was close to the source of lapis lazuli, a highly valued blue stone. Lothal was strategically located near sources of carnelian, steatite, and metal.