Which of the following characterizes/characterize the system of weights and measures in the Indus Valley Civilization? 1. Weights were predominantly standardized cubical stones following a binary system in lower values. 2. Shell and ivory measuring scales have been recovered from Mohenjo-daro and Lothal. 3. Standardized weights varied completely from city to regions. Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Detailed Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Harappans used uniform cubical chert weights. Lower denominations followed a binary ratio (), while higher ones followed a decimal system.
Statement 2 is correct: Linear measurement scales made of shell were found at Mohenjo-daro and ivory scales at Lothal.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The weights and measures showed remarkable accuracy and strict uniformity across the entire Harappan geographical region.