Q. Consider the following statements regarding “weights and measures” during Harappan period:
1.They used weights which exhibit a binary system.
2.They used a measuring scale in which one inch was around 1.75 cm.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Harappans had developed proper weights and measures. Since they were involved in commercial transactions, they needed standard measures.
- Cubical chert weights have been unearthed from Harappan sites.
- The weights exhibit a binary system. The ratio of weight is doubled as 1:2:4: 8:16:32.
- The small weight measure of 16th ratio weighs 13.63 grams.
- They also used a measuring scale in which one inch was around 1.75 cm.
Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT
