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Indus Valley Civilization: A Civilization of Firsts

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What was the name of the first major city of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Mohenjo-daro

  2. Harappa

  3. Ganeriwala

  4. Mehrgarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mohenjo-daro was the first major city of the Indus Valley Civilization, located in present-day Pakistan.

What was the approximate time period of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. 2500-1900 BCE

  2. 3300-1300 BCE

  3. 1500-500 BCE

  4. 1000-200 BCE


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization flourished between 2500 and 1900 BCE, making it one of the earliest civilizations in the world.

What was the primary source of livelihood for the people of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Manufacturing

  4. Fishing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the primary source of livelihood for the people of the Indus Valley Civilization, with wheat, barley, and cotton being the main crops.

What was the most significant feature of the Indus Valley Civilization's urban planning?

  1. Grid-patterned streets

  2. Fortified walls

  3. Underground drainage system

  4. Multi-storied buildings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization was known for its well-planned cities with grid-patterned streets, which facilitated efficient movement and trade.

Which of the following was a major religious symbol of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Mother Goddess


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mother Goddess was a prominent religious symbol in the Indus Valley Civilization, representing fertility and abundance.

What was the primary material used for constructing buildings in the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Stone

  2. Brick

  3. Wood

  4. Mudbrick


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mudbrick was the primary material used for constructing buildings in the Indus Valley Civilization due to its availability and ease of use.

Which of the following was a major technological achievement of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Wheel

  2. Plough

  3. Bronze metallurgy

  4. Iron metallurgy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization was among the first civilizations to master bronze metallurgy, which allowed for the production of advanced tools and weapons.

What was the primary form of writing used by the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Cuneiform

  2. Hieroglyphics

  3. Brahmi script

  4. Indus script


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization had its own unique writing system known as the Indus script, which has yet to be fully deciphered.

Which of the following was a major trade center of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Mohenjo-daro

  2. Harappa

  3. Lothal

  4. Dholavira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lothal was a major trade center of the Indus Valley Civilization, located on the Gulf of Khambhat and facilitating trade with Mesopotamia and other regions.

What was the approximate size of the Indus Valley Civilization at its peak?

  1. 1 million square kilometers

  2. 2 million square kilometers

  3. 3 million square kilometers

  4. 4 million square kilometers


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization covered an area of approximately 2 million square kilometers at its peak, making it one of the largest civilizations of its time.

Which of the following was a major river associated with the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Indus River

  2. Ganges River

  3. Brahmaputra River

  4. Narmada River


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization was named after the Indus River, which played a crucial role in the development and sustenance of the civilization.

What was the primary form of transportation used by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Bullock carts

  2. Horses

  3. Camels

  4. Boats


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Boats were the primary form of transportation used by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization, as they facilitated trade and movement along rivers and seas.

Which of the following was a major craft practiced by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Pottery

  2. Weaving

  3. Metalworking

  4. Jewelry making


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pottery was a major craft practiced by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization, with a wide variety of pottery styles and designs being produced.

What was the approximate population of the Indus Valley Civilization at its peak?

  1. 1 million

  2. 2 million

  3. 3 million

  4. 4 million


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indus Valley Civilization had an estimated population of around 4 million people at its peak, making it one of the most populous civilizations of its time.

Which of the following was a major cultural center of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Mohenjo-daro

  2. Harappa

  3. Ganeriwala

  4. Mehrgarh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mohenjo-daro was a major cultural center of the Indus Valley Civilization, with evidence of advanced urban planning, art, and religious practices.

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