Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Bricks, Beads and Bones

Question:

Read the passage and answer the question:

The presence of grain and representations of bulls suggest that agriculture was practiced in ancient times. However, the specific methods used are unknown. It is possible that seeds were broadcasted on ploughed lands or that a plow pulled by a bull was used. Further research is needed to shed more light on this topic.

Identify the animal whose terracotta model was created by the Harappans.

Options:

Bull

Lion

Hippo

Horse

Correct Answer:

Bull

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - Bull

The figure shows a terracotta bull.

While the prevalence of agriculture is indicated by finds of grain, it is more difficult to reconstruct actual agricultural practices. Were seeds broadcast (scattered) on ploughed lands? Representations on seals and terracotta sculpture indicate that the bull was known, and archaeologists extrapolate from this that oxen were used for ploughing.