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Current Question
According to radiocarbon dating, how old is the Harappan civilization?
  • A. 2600 / 2800 BCE to 2000 BCE
  • B. 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE
  • C. 3200 BCE to 2200 BCE
  • D. 2600 BCE to 2000 BCE
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Radiocarbon dating places the mature Harappan phase roughly between 2600 and 1900 BCE, with a broader civilization span of 3300 and 1300 BCE.
Related Question 1
According to the Montague-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919, law and order were ____.
  • A. Transferred subjects
  • B. Reserved subjects
  • C. Concurrent subjects
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Law and order remained a reserved subject under the dyarchy system.
Related Question 2
According to which act were Indian members included in the Viceroy's executive council?
  • A. 1935
  • B. 1919
  • C. 1909
  • D. 1885
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The 1909 Reforms allowed Indian members to serve on the executive council.
Related Question 3
Which ancient Art is considered the "Pearl of Gandhara Civilization"?
  • A. Hasan Abdal
  • B. Taxila
  • C. Wah
  • D. Kamra
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Taxila is renowned for its archaeological significance and artistic heritage in Gandhara.
Related Question 4
Gandharan Civilization belongs to which religion?
  • A. Buddhism
  • B. Hinduism
  • C. Christianity
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The Gandhara Civilization is closely associated with Buddhism, especially under the Mauryan and Kushan empires.