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The archaeological site Khairadih is situated on the bank of which of the following rivers ?

The archaeological site Khairadih is situated on the bank of which of the following rivers ? Correct Answer Ganga River

The correct answer is Ganga River.

Important points  In ancient times the region covered by the present District of Ballia, lay in the kingdom of Kosala.

  • It is probable that the river Ganga, in its sweep towards the northeast of the present town of Ballia, formed the boundary of Kosala which included the whole of the present Ballia district as far as the junction of the Sadanira and the Great Gandakil.
  • The back-strewn mounds and fragmentary remains of structural character, which evoke memories not only of mythology but also of history, are found at a number of places in the district.
  • The ruins in the neighborhood of Barhmain and Hanumanganj, consisting of a large mound called Mira Dih, covered with broken bricks and pottery of a dark hue, are probably the remains of an ancient city.
  • Khaira Dih, near Turtipar in tahsil Rasra, is also a ruined site of a very ancient city named Bhargavapur is presumed to have been the place where the rishi a Jamadagni lived. It is situated in the Ganga river.
  • The excavations carried out under the auspices of the Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, have brought to light relics of the black and red ware civilization (1450-1200 B.C.) at various sites such as Bhumapardih, Bijulipur, Godabirgarh, Lovika-katopa, Maira Dih, Pakka Kot and Vainagadho, indicating that the tract enjoyed settled life and civilization from this early time.

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