WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the center of Mohenjo-Daro was a great ____, or fortress
A
monsoon
B
citadel
C
caste
D
subcontinent
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Citadel in Mohenjo Daro served two functions for the public:-Warehouse: a massive structure which was built of wood from the upper section and lower section was made of brick.-Great Bath: a large rectangular tank in the courtyard surrounded by walls and also had rooms.

Detailed explanation-2: -The towns of Harappa and Mohenjodaro were divided into two parts citadel for ruling class and lower town for common people.

Detailed explanation-3: -Great Bath: The most famous building found at Mohenjo-Daro is a great bath. It is a 6×12 meter specimen of beautiful brick work. It has a tank with 11.88×7.01 lengths and breadths and 2.43 meters depth along with steps on the north and south sides.

Detailed explanation-4: -Many of the Harappan cities were divided into two or more parts. The part to the west was smaller but higher as compared to other parts. This part small and high part of the cities is described as citadel.

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