Why are the inhabitants of the Indus Civilisation called Harappans?
Class 6 Social Science Chapter 6 The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation sheds light on the major occupations of early Indians. Agriculture and trade played a useful role in sustaining life, while artisans and merchants contributed to economic growth. The MCQs on this topic test knowledge about various professions and their contributions. The role of barter systems and the use of seals for trade transactions are common themes in these objective questions, helping students understand how economic exchanges took place.
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The correct answer is:
(A) Harappa was the first site excavated
The Indus Civilisation is called the Harappan Civilisation because Harappa was the first site to be excavated in the 1920s by archaeologists. This name was then used to refer to the entire civilisation.
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