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Prelims 2026

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History & CultureAncient HistoryIndus Valley CivilizationMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Indus Valley Civilization

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2026 · Q8

Prelims 2026, question 8: Indus Valley Civilization

Consider the following statements about the archaeological findings in Harappan towns : I. There is wide occurrence of spindle-whorls in the houses but absence of spinning wheels. II. Weights and measurement scales, complete with graduations have been discovered. III. There are houses built in large part with baked bricks, around relatively spacious courtyards, with their own wells, bathing platforms, and large rooms. Which of the following inferences can be drawn from the above statements ? 1. Statement I suggests that spinning was a laborious activity done at home. 2. Statement II suggests the extent of the scientific knowledge that the Harappans possessed. 3. Statement III suggests the emergence of a common property system. Select the answer using the code given below :

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Prelims 2025

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History & CultureAncient HistoryIndus Valley CivilizationEasy
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Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
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Sculpture, Painting and Iconography
2025 · Q72

Prelims 2025, question 72: Indus Valley Civilization

The famous female figurine known as 'Dancing Girl', found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of

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Prelims 2021

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History & CultureAncient HistoryIndus Valley CivilizationMedium (editorial estimate)
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Single choice
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Fact recall
Tags:
Dholavira water harvesting · Indus Valley Civilization
Related topics:
Watershed Development and Rainwater Harvesting

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2021 · Q32

Prelims 2021, question 32: Indus Valley Civilization

Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by building a series of dams and channelizing water into connected reservoirs?

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Prelims 2019

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History & CultureAncient HistoryIndus Valley CivilizationEasy (editorial estimate)
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Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Harappan sites · Indus Valley Civilization

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2019 · Q7

Prelims 2019, question 7: Indus Valley Civilization

Which one of the following is not a Harappan site?

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Prelims 2013

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History & CultureAncient HistoryIndus Valley CivilizationEasy
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Statement based
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Fact recall
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Indus Valley Civilization
2013 · Q45

Prelims 2013, question 45: Indus Valley Civilization

Which of the following characterizes/characterize the people of Indus Civilization? 1. They possessed great palaces and temples. 2. They worshipped both male and female deities. 3. They employed horse-drawn chariots in warfare. Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below.

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Prelims 2011

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History & CultureAncient HistoryIndus Valley CivilizationMedium
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Statement based
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Fact recall
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Indus Valley Civilization
2011 · Q92

Prelims 2011, question 92: Indus Valley Civilization

Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements : 1. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not dominate the scene. 2. During this period, cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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