Q41) The purpose of ‘Granary’ at Harappa is inferred from:
A) Its location near the river
B) Remains of charred grains
C) Number of rooms
D) Burnt floors
Explanation: The granary contained impressions of grains, supporting its use for storage rather than habitation.
Q42) Which of the following best describes the street drainage of Indus cities?
A) Open and uneven
B) Covered and regular
C) Stepped and circular
D) Natural sand beds
Explanation: Covered drains and manholes lined the well-planned streets, demonstrating superior civic management.
Q43) What architectural specialty was displayed at Lothal’s dockyard?
A) Rounded corners
B) Tidal lock system
C) Double storeyed granary
D) Painted pillars
Explanation: Lothal’s dockyard may have used a tidal lock mechanism, enabling ships to dock regardless of water level.
Q44) What does the absence of windows on street-facing walls in Indus houses suggest?
A) Lack of ventilation
B) Privacy concern
C) Scarcity of materials
D) Weak social fabric
Explanation: Houses opened inwards towards courtyards with no street-facing windows, ensuring privacy and safety.
Q45) The unique water conservation structure in Dholavira is called:
A) Stepwell
B) Well with pulley
C) Reservoir
D) Water canal
Explanation: Dholavira’s large water reservoirs are some of the earliest evidence of water conservation and management in ancient India.
Q46) Which element does the term ‘Citadel’ refer to in Indus cities?
A) Marketplace
B) High raised fortified area
C) Water tank
D) Low lying residential block
Explanation: The citadel was an elevated, fortified section that housed important buildings and possibly elite residences.
Q47) Which city’s layout displayed the ‘Chessboard’ pattern most distinctly?
A) Banawali
B) Rakhigarhi
C) Mohenjo-daro
D) Chanhudaro
Explanation: Mohenjo-daro’s streets and lanes intersect at right angles, resembling a chessboard pattern, indicative of advanced planning.
Q48) Why are there few remains of wood in the Indus Valley archaeological record?
A) Wood was not used
B) Wood decays over time
C) Wood was exported
D) Wood was used only in burial
Explanation: The perishable nature of wood has led to its absence in excavation, though wood was used for doors and roofing.
Q49) The architectural distinction of the “Great Granary” at Harappa was:
A) Built with limestone
B) Series of six chambers
C) Double walls for insulation
D) Large central dome
Explanation: The Great Granary at Harappa had multiple compartments for efficient storage and prevention of spoilage.
Q50) The presence of standardized weights and measures in Indus Valley architecture indicates:
A) Strict social hierarchy
B) Advanced trade practices
C) Irrigation needs
D) Judicial system
Explanation: Weights and measures helped maintain standardization in construction and trade, reflecting a regulated economic system.
Exploring the architecture of the Indus Valley Civilization reveals the remarkable urban planning, advanced drainage systems, and well-constructed buildings of one of the world’s earliest civilizations. These GK questions provide a solid foundation for students and competitive exam aspirants to test and improve their knowledge about Mohenjo-daro, Harappa, and other ancient cities.
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