Q. The term “Zebu” of Harappan civilization was related to?
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[A] Agriculture

[B] Cattle

[C] Town Planning

[D] Religion

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Pastoralism was also practised by the Harappans. They domesticated sheep, goat and fowl.

  • They had knowledge of various other animals including buffalo, pig and elephant.
  • But the horse was not known to them. The Harappan cattle are called Zebu. It is a large breed, often represented in their seals.
  • They also ate fish and birds. Evidence of boar, deer and gharial has been found at the Harappan sites.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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