Question

Important aspects of Harappan trade were:
(A) Two-wheeled carts were an important mode of transport.
(B) Several routes of trade and commerce connected the various parts of the Harappan culture zone.
(C) The Khetri deposits of Rajasthan were not an important source of copper.
(D) The use of horses seems to have been very minimal.

• A. (A), (B), and (D) only
• B. (A), (B), and (C) only
• C. (A), (C), and (D) only
• D. (B), (C), and (D) only

Hint:

Focus on economic and transport systems when studying Harappan culture.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Harappan trade relied on two-wheeled carts for inland transport and a network of trade routes connecting key settlements. The Khetri mines in Rajasthan were significant sources of copper, contrary to (C). Horses played a minimal role in Harappan society, as evidenced by archaeological records.