In which year did a team of German and Italian archaeologists begin surface explorations at Mohenjodaro?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (C) 1980

• A team of German and Italian archaeologists began surface explorations at Mohenjodaro in 1980.
• These explorations contributed to better understanding the site's layout and its significance as a major city of the Indus Valley Civilization.

• Mohenjodaro Excavations: The site of Mohenjodaro was first discovered in the 1920s, but significant excavations began in the 1930s and continued through the decades.
• Indus Valley Civilization: This civilization, which flourished around 2500 BCE, is one of the world’s earliest urban cultures, known for its advanced drainage systems, standardized brick constructions, and seals.
• International Involvement: Archaeologists from various countries, including Germany and Italy, have been instrumental in continuing the excavation and preservation of Mohenjodaro.