Which characteristic pottery became a hallmark of early Iron Age settlements in northern India?

Correct option is A

The Correct Answer is A: Painted Grey Ware.

Explanation:

• Painted Grey Ware (PGW) is a hallmark of early Iron Age settlements in northern India (circa 1200 BCE).
• Characterized by grey pottery with painted geometric designs, it is found primarily in the Ganga valley.

Additional Information:

• Northern Black Polished Ware: Found in the Maurya and Shunga periods.
• Black-and-Red Ware: Characterizes the Chalcolithic period.
• Red Polished Ware: Found in later periods, not associated with the Iron Age.