Q. Consider the following statements regarding religion of Harappan people?
1.Idolatry was practiced by harappan people.
2.The Harappan people generally worshipped Mother Goddess and Pashupati Mahadeva.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Harappan civilization is considered as a secular society as not a single structure qualifying as temple has been found.

  • Sacred ritual spots included the Great Bath at Mohenjo-Daro, where the elite in all likelihood undertook ritual activity that included ceremonial bathing. Idolatry was practiced.
  • The Harappan people generally worshipped: Mother goddess Pashupati Mahadeva or proto-Shiva.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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