The correct answer is Option (2) → (B), (D), (E) Only
Features of the Harappan settlement:
Discovery: Harappa was the first site to be discovered, although Mohenjodaro is more well-known. It was discovered by R.D. Banerji. Citadel and Lower Town: Most of the settlement was divided into two sections - the smaller, elevated Citadel and the larger, lower-lying Lower Town. Citadel: It was constructed on mud-brick platforms, giving it a higher elevation. The Citadel was walled, physically separating it from the Lower Town. Lower Town: This section of Mohenjodaro was also walled. Buildings were constructed on platforms that served as foundations. Extensive labor: The construction of platforms alone required significant labor. Planned settlement: The city's construction suggests a planned approach. Once the platforms were in place, building activity was limited to specific areas on the platforms. Standardized bricks: Bricks used in the Harappan settlements, whether sun-dried or baked, including Mohenjodaro, were of standardized dimensions (generally 4:2:1). The ratio of length to breadth was four times to twice the height. Brick usage: Standardized bricks were utilized extensively in various structures throughout the Harappan civilization. |