Question

Refer to the metal artefact shown, made using traditional manual tools and processes. Identify the correct set of operations. 

• A. Forging, Bending, Punching, Twisting
• B. Casting, Bending, Punching, Twisting
• C. Twisting, Drilling, Punching, Bending
• D. Bending, Casting, Forging, Punching

Hint:

Forged artefacts show hammered textures and manually twisted parts, unlike casting which produces smooth moulded surfaces.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Inspect structure.
The artefact is metallic and shows clear manual shaping: long thin rods hammered and shaped into animal form.
Step 2: Techniques used.
- Forging: Heating and hammering the base metal.
- Bending: To shape legs, body, horns.
- Punching: To create small holes or textures.
- Twisting: For the curved, spiral horns.
Step 3: Eliminate wrong options.
- (B) Casting not used (no moulding marks).
- (C) Drilling not evident.
- (D) Casting again irrelevant.
Thus, (A) fits perfectly. Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{A}} \]