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Question
The Seals may be considered as the most valuable finds of the Harappan Civilization. In this context give:
Reasons why the Seals are important.
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Solution
The Seals have been considered as the most valuable finds of the Harappan Civilization, their importance is described below:
The importance of the Seals can not be underestimated. The figures engraved on the Seals provide information about the physical features, dress, ornament, and hair-style of the people and also we learn about the animals they kept. 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 script of the people
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