Question

What is the correct sequence of stages in early Indian society?

Options

• Medieval Period → Harappan Civilization → Classical Period → Vedic India

• Harappan Civilization → Vedic India → Second Urbanisation → Classical Period → Medieval Period

• Vedic India → Harappan Civilization → Classical Period → Second Urbanisation → Medieval Period

• Harappan Civilization → Classical Period → Vedic India → Second Urbanisation → Medieval Period

Answer 1

Harappan Civilization → Vedic India → Second Urbanisation → Classical Period → Medieval Period

Explanation:

Indian society developed from the Harappan cities (2600–1500 BCE) to Vedic culture, then urban growth again (500–200 BCE), followed by the Classical era (200 BCE–650 CE) and the Medieval era (650–1500 CE).