Rakhigarhi is a Harappan site located in which state?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Haryana
Rakhigarhi is a large Harappan archaeological site in present-day Haryana, in the Hisar region. Excavations there have revealed settlement remains, craft activity, burials and other evidence of urban life in the Indus or Harappan civilization. The site should not be confused with Harappan locations in Punjab or with sites in eastern or southern India. Therefore, option A is correct.
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Haryana
Why is this the correct answer?
Rakhigarhi is a large Harappan archaeological site in present-day Haryana, in the Hisar region. Excavations there have revealed settlement remains, craft activity, burials and other evidence of urban life in the Indus or Harappan civilization. The site should not be confused with Harappan locations in Punjab or with sites in eastern or southern India. Therefore, option A is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 History question. Chapter: Writing and City Life. Topic: Growth of Mesopotamian civilization.