Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about pottery in Harappan civilization?
1.Harappans used well-fired pottery.
2.Harappan pottery has a deep red slip and black paintings.
3.The Harappan pottery is well baked and fine in decorations.
Select the correct answer from the given codes:

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The Harappans used diverse varieties of pottery for daily use. They use well-fired pottery. Their pottery has a deep red slip and black paintings.

  • The pottery is shaped like dish-on-stands, storage jars, perforated jars, goblets, S-shaped jars, plates, dishes, bowls and pots.
  • The painted motifs, generally noticed on the pottery, are pipal leaves, fish-scale design, intersecting circles, zigzag lines, horizontal bands and geometrical motifs with floral and faunal patterns.
  • The Harappan pottery is well baked and fine in decorations.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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