In the given question, a statement of Assertion is followed by a statement of Reason. Mark the correct answer.

Assertion: There was a break between the Early Harappan and the Harappan civilization.
Reason: It is evident from large-scale burning at some sites, as well as the abandonment of certain settlements.

Both the Assertion and the Reason are correct but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.

Option 2: Both the Assertion and the Reason are correct, but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion

Here's why:

Assertion:There was a break between the Early Harappan and the Harappan civilization.
Reason:It is evident from large-scale burning at some sites, as well as the abandonment of certain settlements. This is also true.

However, the reason does not explain the assertion. The assertion stands true based on archaeological evidence of large-scale burning at some sites and the abandonment of certain settlements, indicating a disruption or break between the Early Harappan and Harappan civilization. However, the reason does not adequately explain why there was a break between the Early Harappan and the Harappan civilization .

Explanation from Book: Prior to the Mature Harappan culture, there were various archaeological cultures in the region, each with distinct pottery styles and evidence of agriculture and pastoralism. These earlier cultures were characterized by small settlements and a lack of large buildings. The presence of distinctive pottery, evidence of agriculture, and some crafts in these earlier cultures highlights their significance in understanding the development of the Harappan civilization. There was a break between the Early Harappan and the Harappan civilisation. This is evident from large-scale burning at some sites, as well as the abandonment of certain settlements.