Q. At which of the following Harappan sites has a supposed dockyard been found?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Lothal
Explanation:
Lothal, an important Harappan port city located in present-day Gujarat, is famous for having one of the world’s earliest known dockyards.
- The dockyard at Lothal was used to facilitate maritime trade and is considered an engineering marvel of the Indus Valley Civilization.
Why others are incorrect:
- Kalibangan: Known for fire altars and agricultural evidence, but no dockyard.
- Suktagendor: A Harappan site but not known for a dockyard.
- Sotka Koli: Not a Harappan site.
✅ Final Answer: (B) Lothal
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Lothal, an important Harappan port city located in present-day Gujarat, is famous for having one of the world’s earliest known dockyards.
- The dockyard at Lothal was used to facilitate maritime trade and is considered an engineering marvel of the Indus Valley Civilization.
Why others are incorrect:
- Kalibangan: Known for fire altars and agricultural evidence, but no dockyard.
- Suktagendor: A Harappan site but not known for a dockyard.
- Sotka Koli: Not a Harappan site.
✅ Final Answer: (B) Lothal