Question

Which of the following statements are correct about the Harappan Settlement?
(A) The settlement is divided into two sections, one smaller and lower and the other much la rger and higher.
(B) TheCitadelwaswalled,whichmeantthatitwasphysicallyseparated fromtheLowerTown.
(C) Only burnt bricks of a standard ratio were used in the settlement.
(D) The building of the Harappan settlement required mobilisation of labour on a very large scale.
(E) The settlement was first planned and then built accordingly.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Hint:

When dealing with Harappan Civilization questions, focus on urban planning, standardized brick sizes, and labor organization. Statements about strict uniformity (like in option C) should be evaluated critically.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

- (B) The Citadel was physically separated from the lower town by a wall — this is correct. - (D) Large-scale labour mobilisation was necessary for planning and construction — correct. - (E) Harappan settlements show evidence of being well-planned before construction — correct. - (A) The division described applies more accurately to Mohenjodaro; Harappa has less clarity on this point. - (C) Though burnt bricks were common, it wasn't exclusively of one standard ratio in every settlement.