Question

The ‘Late Harappan’ culture is marked by:
(A) Long distance trade and writing were prominent during this phase.
(B) Disappearance of distinctive artefacts of the civilisation.
(C) House construction technique deteriorated.
(D) Large public structures were no longer produced.
(E) Overall artefacts and settlement indicate rural way of life.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D) Only
• B. (A), (B), (D), (E) Only
• C. (A), (B), (C), (E) Only
• D. (B), (C), (D), (E) Only

Hint:

The Late Harappan period saw the decline of urban features like writing, trade, and large architecture—marking a transition to rural patterns.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

During the Late Harappan phase, long-distance trade and writing declined, not flourished — hence statement (A) is incorrect.
Statement (B) is correct as distinctive artefacts disappeared.
(C) and (D) are also correct as the quality of house construction declined, and large public structures ceased to be built.
(E) is correct as settlements and artefacts reflect a shift towards a rural lifestyle. Correct statements: (B), (C), (D), and (E)