SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 27 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q23

Which of the following sections of the Harappan cities is known as Nichala-Nagar? 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 4 i.e. Eastern

  • Eastern sections of the Harappan cities is known as Nichala-Nagar.
  • The lower town is the section of Harappan cities known as Nichala-Nagar. 

  • The Harappan cities were divided into two parts: the citadel and the lower town.  

  • The citadel was a raised area built on mud brick platforms and separated from the lower town by a wall.  The lower town was larger than the citadel and usually contained only residential building.

  • The only city that was divided into three halves was Dholavira.