Which of the following is not the prominent sites of Ahar-Banas culture of Rajasthan?

Which of the following is not the prominent sites of Ahar-Banas culture of Rajasthan? Correct Answer <span style="">Lothal</span>

The correct answer is Lothal.

Key Points

  • Ahar-Banas Culture (c. 2600 BCE - 1900 BCE)
    • The Ahar culture, also known as the Banas culture is a Chalcolithic archaeological culture on the banks of the Ahar River of southeastern Rajasthan state in India, lasting from 2600 BCE - 1900 BCE, contemporary and adjacent to the Indus Valley Civilization.
    • Represents the region of banks of river Banas (Rajasthan) and sites such as Ahar (Tambawati), Balathal, Gilund and Banas.
    • Black and redware pottery is found.
    • Pottery has been made from the inverted firing technique (the inside becomes black whereas the outside becomes red with heat).

Additional Information

  • Lothal is located in Gujarat.
  • Lothal was a dockyard during the era of the Indus Valley Civilization.
  • Lothal is situated in the Ahmedabad District of Gujarat.
  • Lothal was discovered by S.R. Rao in 1954.
  • Lothal is situated on the bank of the Bhogava river.

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