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    Which material was used to make beads in the Harappan civilisation?
    Question

    Which material was used to make beads in the Harappan civilisation?

    A.

    Wood

    B.

    Plastic

    C.

    Limestone

    D.

    Carnelian stone

    Correct option is D

    In the Harappan Civilization, the beads were primarily made from: (D) Carnelian stone

    Carnelian, a reddish-brown variety of chalcedony, was one of the most commonly used materials for making beads, along with other materials like agate, shell, ivory, and even metal. The Harappans were skilled in bead-making and used intricate techniques to create decorative beads, which were used for adornment and as trade items.

    • The Harappan Civilization (also known as the Indus Valley Civilization) is one of the world's oldest and most advanced ancient civilizations.
    • The economy of the Harappan Civilization was primarily agricultural. They grew crops like wheat, barley, peas, and cotton.​
    • ​The first major discovery of Harappa was made in 1921 by Daya Ram Sahni, an Indian archaeologist working with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).​

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