INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

DRAINAGE OF INDIA

THE INDUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was a “seal”?
A
A way to mark an object made by someone
B
A way to hold an envelope together
C
A barking animal
D
An ancient ritual of religion
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Seals were used to make a sealing, or positive imprint, like this modern resin one made from the original seal. Sealings were used in ancient times for trade. They would be made on ceramics or the clay tags used to seal the rope around bundles of goods.

Detailed explanation-2: -Seals might have been used to stamp bags or packets containing goods that were sent from one place to another. After a bag was closed or tied, a layer of wet clay was applied on the knot, and the seal was pressed on it.

Detailed explanation-3: -A seal is a device used to create an impression or imprint on paper utilizing wax or a stamp. The seal is used to execute a legal document or guarantee the document’s authenticity.

Detailed explanation-4: -What products are made from seals? Seals are killed primarily for their fur, which is used to produce fashion garments and other items. There is a small market for seal oil (both for industrial purposes and for human consumption) and seal penises have been sold in Asian markets as an aphrodisiac.

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