In Harappan period, the 'Great Bath' was discovered at _____.
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Option 1 (Mohenjodaro)
Explanation:
During the Indus Valley Civilization, the 'Great Bath' was discovered at Mohenjodaro. It was one of the most important public structures of the time. It was a rectangular reservoir surrounded by corridors. It is believed to have been used for special religious rituals or for community bathing.
Additional Facts:
Construction: The floor of the bath was made of bricks and waterproofed with a layer of bitumen (tar).
Mohenjodaro: Meaning 'Mound of the Dead' in Sindhi. It is located in the Sindh province of present-day Pakistan.
Other Sites: Lothal is famous for its dockyard, while evidence of plowed fields has been found at Kalibangan.
Possible questions for the upcoming exam:
Who discovered Mohenjo-daro in 1922? (Answer: Rakhaldas Banerjee - R.D. Banerji)
Which site of the Harappan civilization was known as the 'Port City'? (Answer: Lothal)
Which is considered the largest building of the Indus Valley Civilization? (Answer: Great Granary)