The Indus Valley Civilization had varied funerary practices. While some burials are found, the prevalence of secondary burials and the interpretation of skeletal remains suggest that sky burial (or exposure) was a significant method of corpse disposal for adults. This practice aimed to return the body to nature.
The dead bodies in Harappan Civilization was disposed off by A) burial in a sitting position B) cutting into pieces and thrown in the four directions C) placing on a tall platform for vultures and other birds D) burial with the head normally pointing towards North
Asked in Forest Officer (RFO) 2018 · Topic: Indus Valley Civilization (Social and Political Organization (including administration and social stratification))
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Answer: C. placing on a tall platform for vultures and other birds
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