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What is the name of the book written by Ernest Mackay about archaeological excavations?
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What is the name of the book written by Ernest Mackay about archaeological excavations?

A.

Archaeology of Mohenjo-daro

B.

Deeper Excavations at Mohenjo-daro

C.

Early Indus Civilisation

D.

Further Excavations at Mohenjo-daro

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Further Excavations at Mohenjo-daro.
· Ernest Mackay, a prominent British archaeologist, wrote "Further Excavations at Mohenjo-daro," detailing his findings from the archaeological excavations at the Mohenjo-daro site.
· Mackay's work provided significant insights into the culture, urban infrastructure, and daily life of the Indus Valley inhabitants.
Key points of Mohenjo-daro:
· Mohenjodaro, is one of the most significant archaeological sites of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization (IVC). Located in present-day Sindh, Pakistan.
· The site was discovered in the 1920s by R.D. Banerji, an officer of the Archaeological Survey of India.
· The city was built on a grid plan with streets laid out in perfect straight lines, dividing the city into rectangular blocks.
· The Great Bath of Mohenjodaro is one of the earliest public water tanks in the ancient world. It measures approximately 12 meters long, 7 meters wide, and 2.4 meters deep, with steps leading down to the water. It was likely used for religious or ceremonial bathing.

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