Which of the following Harappan sites were located near the coast?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Nageshwar and Balakot
Nageshwar and Balakot are both near the coast; they were specialised centres for making shell objects such as bangles, ladles and inlay.
NCERT (2026-27): “5. Finding Out About Craft Production … If you locate Nageshwar and Balakot on Map 1, you will notice that both settlements are near the coast. These were specialised centres for making shell objects – including bangles, ladles and inlay – which were taken to other settlements. Similarly, it is likely that finished products (such as beads) from Chanhudaro and Lothal were taken to the large urban centres such as Mohenjodaro and Harappa.…” |