Question

The significance of ‘Palette of Narmer’ in Egyptian art is:

• A. Unification of Egypt and Mesopotamia
• B. Unification of Mesopotamian civilizations
• C. Unification of upper and lower Egypt
• D. Unification of two civilizations

Hint:

Remember: King Narmer = First Pharaoh = Unifier of Upper and Lower Egypt.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: About Palette of Narmer.
The Palette of Narmer is an ancient Egyptian ceremonial engraving, dating to around 3100 BCE.
It is one of the earliest historical documents of Egyptian civilization.
Step 2: Historical significance.
The palette shows King Narmer wearing the crowns of both Upper and Lower Egypt.
This symbolizes the political unification of Egypt under one rule.
Step 3: Option analysis.
- (A) Unification of Egypt and Mesopotamia: Incorrect, no such unification.
- (B) Unification of Mesopotamian civilizations: Refers to Mesopotamia, not Egypt.
- (C) Unification of upper and lower Egypt: Correct, shown in the Narmer Palette.
- (D) Unification of two civilizations: Too vague, not specific.
Step 4: Conclusion.
The Narmer Palette represents the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt.