With reference to agriculture in the Harappan Civilization, consider the following statements: 1. Evidence of plough cultivation has been found at Kalibangan and Banawali. 2. Cotton was unknown to the Harappans. 3. Irrigation was practiced using well water and river channels. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Plough marks were found at Kalibangan and a terracotta plough at Banawali.
Cotton was known to the Harappans; a piece of woven cotton cloth was found at Mohenjodaro.
Irrigation was practiced using wells and diverted river channels.

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