Question 7
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BSolution
Chanhudaro (A) is a significant archaeological site associated with the Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan period), located in Sindh, Pakistan. It is known for its bead-making industry.
Kot Diji (B) is another important archaeological site in Sindh, Pakistan, with evidence of both pre-Harappan and Early Harappan cultures, showing continuity and evolution towards the mature Harappan phase.
Sohgaura (C) is an archaeological site in Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is famous for the Sohgaura copper plate inscription, which belongs to the Mauryan period (3rd century BCE) and provides insights into administrative measures during a famine. It is not a Harappan site.
Desalpur (D) is a Harappan site located in Kutch, Gujarat, India, known for its fortified settlement and pottery.
Therefore, Sohgaura is not a Harappan site.
CStrategy
For questions identifying historical sites, create mental maps or lists of key sites associated with different periods (e.g., Paleolithic, Harappan, Vedic, Mauryan, Gupta). Memorize the prominent characteristics or discoveries associated with each site. Cross-referencing sites with their respective periods is a common method to solve such questions.
DSyllabus Analysis
This question is from Indian History, specifically Ancient Indian History, focusing on the Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Culture).
EQuestion Analysis
Easy. Sohgaura is a well-known Mauryan site, making its distinction from Harappan sites relatively clear.