Bricks, Beads and Bones Test - 3

While copper artifacts are common at Harappan sites, there is limited evidence to suggest the existence of copper mirrors specifically. Mirrors were more commonly made from polished stone or metal alloys in other ancient civilizations. Therefore, the absence of copper mirrors in the Harappan culture is notable.

Statement 1, "It is shown in the form of Gajapati," is incorrect. The term "Gajapati" typically refers to a lord of elephants and is not specifically associated with the representation of Shiva on Harappan seals.

Statement 2, "It is shown seated in Yogic posture," is a characteristic feature often associated with representations of Shiva in Hindu iconography. The Yogic posture suggests meditation or deep contemplation, which aligns with the depiction of Shiva.

Statement 3, "It is surrounded by animals," is incorrect. While animals are commonly depicted in Harappan art, their presence alone is not sufficient to identify the figure as Shiva. Animals could have various symbolic meanings and may not necessarily relate directly to the identity of the figure.

Statement 4, "It is shown with a female figure identifiable with Parvati," is correct. The presence of a female figure alongside the seated male figure is a common motif in Hindu iconography, representing the divine couple of Shiva and Parvati.

Therefore, the correct reasons for identifying the figure with Shiva are statements 2 and 4.

Alexander Cunnigham, the first Director-General of the Archaeological Survey of India is often called the father of Indian Archaeology.

There is no notable artifact specifically identified as a "dockyard" found at the Mohenjodaro site. While the site does reveal evidence of sophisticated urban planning and infrastructure, including a well-planned street grid, public baths, and granaries, there is no specific artifact identified as a dockyard.

106 Harappan sites are there in Sindh.

Sindh, a province in Pakistan, is known for its significant archaeological sites from the Harappan civilization. 

'The Story of Indian Archaeology' was wrote by S.N. Roy. The Story of Indian Archaeology was first published in 1961, as part of the celebrations of the ASI's centenary.

Kalibangan: Located in present-day Rajasthan, India.

Shortugai: Located in present-day Afghanistan, outside India.

Chanhudaro: Located in present-day Pakistan, outside India.

Lothal: Located in present-day Gujarat, India.

So, sites Shortugai and Chanhudaro are presently outside India.

The book 'My Archaeological Mission to India and Pakistan' was published in 1976 and is written by REM Wheeler. In this book, the author wrote about how he was often driven by a sense of adventure to excavate the Harappan Civilisation.

The timeline of Indus Valley Civilization is 2600-1900 BC.

Afforestation is not considered as a possible reason for the end of Harappan.

Climate changes and geographic changes such as the drying of rivers have caused the end of the Harappan civilisation. It is also explained that deforestation and floods are recognised as the significant reasons for Harappan civilisation.