Which of the statements are not true for "Harappan Civilization": A. Barter system was the prevalent exchange mode in Harappan period. Choose the correct answer from the options given below: |
A and D only A, C and D only A, B and C only A, B and D only |
A, B and D only |
The correct answer is Option (4) → A, B and D only A. Barter system was the prevalent exchange mode in Harappan period — Not true. The complete statement is not correct because there is no clear evidence that barter was the main system. Instead, the Harappans used standardised weights and measures, showing a more organised trade system. B. Harappan Civilization site of ‘Dholavira’ is situated in Assam — Not true. The complete statement is not correct because Dholavira is located in Gujarat (Rann of Kutch), not Assam. C. Harappan Civilization is related to Indus Valley Civilization — True. The complete statement is correct because Harappan Civilization is another name for the Indus Valley Civilization. D. Harappan Civilization has been found in Pictographic script — Not true. The complete statement is not correct because although Harappans used a script with symbols, its exact nature is still unknown. We cannot confidently say it is pictographic, since the script is undeciphered. |