The Ahar-Banas culture is a Chalcolithic culture of Rajasthan. It is characterized by distinctive pottery, copper tools, and metallurgy. The presence of iron artifacts would indicate a later period, likely the Iron Age.
Which of the following statement is not correct for “Ahad Civilization”? - (1) Found Copper slag. - (2) The complete absence of small stone blades for cutting and piercing purposes. - (3) Occurrence of Copper sheet. - (4) Found Iron axes. - (5) Question not attempted
Asked in Archaeology and Museums Dept. Exam 2023 (Exploration and Excavation Officer) 2023 · Topic: Indus Valley Civilization (Continuity and Legacy of Harappan Culture)
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