Ancient remains found at the archaeological site of 'Ahar' belong to ___________.

Correct option is C

Ans. (c)
The archaeological site of Ahar, located near Udaipur, is associated with the Chalcolithic Age (Copper-Stone Age). Excavations at Ahar revealed evidence of an advanced Chalcolithic culture, including copper tools, pottery, and evidence of an agrarian lifestyle.
The site, dating back to around 2000 BCE, is part of the Ahar-Banas culture, which thrived in southeastern Rajasthan. It highlights the use of copper for tools and weapons, alongside stone implements.
Information Booster
1. Ahar is also called the "City of Copper" due to the abundance of copper artifacts found.
2. The site shows evidence of early urban planning and water storage systems.
Additional Knowledge
· Bronze Age (Option a): Post-Chalcolithic but not related to Ahar.
· Iron Age (Option b): Later period, unrelated to Ahar.
· Chalcolithic Age (Option c - Correct): Era of Ahar culture.
· Palaeolithic Age (Option d): Much earlier period, characterized by stone tools.