History • Ancient IndiaEasy
Which prominent Harappan civilization archaeological site located in the Fatehabad district of Haryana has yielded significant evidence of pre-Harappan and mature Harappan phases along with a unique terracotta toy plough?
A. Rakhigarhi
B. Banawali✓ Correct Answer
C. Kunal
D. Mitathal
💡 Solution & Explanation
Banawali situated along the dried-up bed of the Saraswati river in Fatehabad district yielded extensive remains of both pre-Harappan and mature Harappan cultures including a well-known miniature terracotta model of a plough. Other sites like Rakhigarhi are larger in area but Banawali specifically stands out for the toy plough discovery. The site also shows radial town planning unlike the typical grid system found in major urban centers.
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