UPSC History The Gupta Empire Question Bank Ancient History

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    Which of the following characterizes / characterize the people of Indus Civilization?
    1. Harappa, Mohenjodaro and Kalibangan each had its own citadel built on a high podium of mud brick.
    2. By the end of Indus Civilization there was a strong reaction against priestly domination and against sacrifices and rituals.
    3. The use of cosmetics was not known to the people of Indus.
    Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    A) 1 and 3 only                 

    B) 1 only

    C) 2 and 3 only                 

    D) 1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    The use of cosmetics was common to the people of Indus. By the end of Later Vedic period there was a strong reaction agains priestly domination and against sacrifices and rituals. Therefor statements 2 and 3 are not correct regarding Indus Civilization.


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