Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Bricks, Beads and Bones

Question:

What is the term archaeologists use for a group of objects, distinctive in style, that are usually found together within a specific geographical area and period of time?

Options:

Culture

Way of life

History

Civilisation

Correct Answer:

Culture

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - Culture

The Indus valley civilisation is also called the Harappan culture. Archaeologists use the term “culture” for a group of objects, distinctive in style, that are usually found together within a specific geographical area and period of time. In the case of the Harappan culture, these distinctive objects include seals, beads, weights, stone blades and even baked bricks. These objects were found from areas as far apart as Afghanistan, Jammu, Baluchistan (Pakistan) and Gujarat.