Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Bricks, Beads and Bones

Question:

Archaeogenetic research was carried out at which site of the Harrapan civilization?

Options:

Kalibangan

Rakhigarhi

Dholavira

Lothal

Correct Answer:

Rakhigarhi

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Rakhigarhi

"Archaeogenetic research was carried out at the site of Rakhigarhi. The site, located in Hisar district of Haryana, is the biggest Harappan city, spread over an area of 550 Hectare. In order to study the genetic history of the Harappans, DNA was extracted from the skeletal remains excavated at Rakhigarhi. This research was carried out by The Deccan College Deemed University, Pune in collaboration with Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad and The Harvard Medical College. The analysis of the data indicates that the Harappans are the indigenous people of this region.".