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Question
The Seals may be considered as the most valuable finds of the Harappan Civilization. Concentrate on the picture given below and answer the following questions.
(a) What does this Seal depict?
(b) How important are the Seals as sources of information about the Harappan Culture?
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Solution
(a) The Seal depicts the three-faced deity seated in a yogic posture with a homed head-dress and surrounded by animals.
(b) Importance of the Seal The Seals is valuable sources of information about the culture and civilization of the Harappan people.
- From the figure on the seals, we come to know about the physical features, dress, ornaments, and hair-styles of the people and we also learn about the animals they used.
- They throw light on the religious faith and beliefs of the people.
- They give us an idea about their commercial activities.
- They reveal the remarkable skill of the artists.
- They show the scripts prevalent in those days.
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