Why was Gujarat important for Harappan craftspersons?
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Correct answer: Semi-precious stones such as carnelian were available there
The governing concept is the regional specialisation of Harappan craft resources. Gujarat supplied semi-precious stones such as carnelian and agate, which craftspersons cut, drilled, ground, and polished into beads. Option D is correct, and sites such as Lothal support evidence of bead-making activity. Khetri is associated with copper, Badakhshan with lapis lazuli, and iron was not the defining resource of mature Harappan craft production. Thus the location mattered because it combined raw materials and craft activity.
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Semi-precious stones such as carnelian were available there
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is the regional specialisation of Harappan craft resources. Gujarat supplied semi-precious stones such as carnelian and agate, which craftspersons cut, drilled, ground, and polished into beads. Option D is correct, and sites such as Lothal support evidence of bead-making activity. Khetri is associated with copper, Badakhshan with lapis lazuli, and iron was not the defining resource of mature Harappan craft production. Thus the location mattered because it combined raw materials and craft activity.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 History question. Chapter: Bricks, Beads and Bones. Topic: craft production.
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