Read the following statements carefully:
Statement 1: The seals of the Harappan culture were made using locally found steatite.
Statement 2: These seals often feature animal motifs and undeciphered script symbols.
Which of the following is/are correct?
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Both 1 and 2 are correct.
Statement 1: Harappan seals were primarily crafted from steatite (soapstone), a soft silicate mineral found locally. This material was favored because it was easy to carve and hardened significantly after being fired in a kiln.
Statement 2: Most seals are square or rectangular and feature exquisite animal motifs (like the unicorn, bull, or elephant) alongside a line of undeciphered script symbols, likely representing the owner's name or title.