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    From which of the following archaeological sites, coins bearing Greek signs have been found?
    Question

    From which of the following archaeological sites, coins bearing Greek signs have been found?

    A.

    Ahar

    B.

    Ahirwara

    C.

    Dareeba

    D.

    Jodhpura

    E.

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    Correct option is C

    The correct answer is (c) Dareeba
    Explanation:
    • At Dareeba (near Jaipur), archaeological excavations revealed coins bearing Greek signs, indicating Indo-Greek interactions or influence.
    • Such discoveries highlight early trade and cultural links.
    • Coins found include symbols like Greek letters and motifs.
    • Dareeba is important for studying ancient numismatic history of Rajasthan.
    • Other listed sites belong to different cultural phases without such Indo-Greek coin evidence.
    Information Booster:
    • Indo-Greek coins are markers of cultural exchange during 2nd century BCE–1st century CE.
    • Rajasthan’s trade routes connected it with north-western regions where Indo-Greek presence was strong.
    Additional Knowledge:
    Ahar (Option a)
    • Chalcolithic site; no Greek-symbol coins.
    Ahirwara (Option b)
    • Not known for Indo-Greek artefacts.
    Jodhpura (Option d)
    • Linked with OCP and early copper culture, not Greek coins.

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