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Zorluk: KolayAncient Indian Civilizations and Early Empires

The Harappan civilization featured unique architectural structures indicative of advanced civic planning. At which of the following Harappan sites was the prominent public structure known as the 'Great Bath' discovered?

  1. Mohenjo-daroCevap
  2. B
    Kalibangan
  3. C
    Harappa
  4. D
    Banawali

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Mohenjo-daro
Mohenjo-daro is the site where the Great Bath was discovered. Situated within the citadel area, this rectangular structure measures approximately 12 meters by 7 meters with a depth of 2.4 meters and reflects sophisticated hydraulic engineering.

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1
Identify the key public architectural feature mentioned in the stem.
The structure in question is the 'Great Bath', a large waterproofing-lined public basin.
Understanding the signature archaeological discoveries at major Harappan sites is necessary to locate the structure.
2
Match the 'Great Bath' to its corresponding Harappan site.
Mohenjo-daro contains the Great Bath situated in its citadel mound.
Archaeological excavations directed by Sir John Marshall confirmed Mohenjo-daro as the location of this monument.

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Key Archaeological Discoveries of Harappan Civilization Sites
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