Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Chalcolithic Age (Copper Age) in India:
1.The largest concentration of settlements and evidence of high infant mortality are found in the Deccan region, particularly West Maharashtra (Jorwe culture).
2.The art of tanning, battle scenes, and complex geometric patterns are visible in the paintings of this period.
3.The people were aware of the utility of burnt bricks but primarily used sun-dried bricks due to resource constraints.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct. West Maharashtra, home to the Jorwe culture (e.g., Daimabad), shows a large number of children’s burials, indicating high infant mortality. Daimabad is the largest Jorwe culture site.
Statement 2: Correct. Chalcolithic paintings included themes like Battle Scenes, Men riding horses, the art of tanning, and complex geometric patterns.
Statement 3: Incorrect. The Chalcolithic people were Not acquainted with burnt bricks; they used mud and reeds for their houses. Sun-dried bricks, as found at Mehrgarh, are characteristic of the Neolithic and early Harappan phases, not the general Chalcolithic culture described here.
