Which of the following statements is correct about " Aahad civilization "? 1) Gilund is considered the greatest centre of Aahad civilization. 2) Aahad civilization is also mentioned in Rigveda.

Which of the following statements is correct about " Aahad civilization "? 1) Gilund is considered the greatest centre of Aahad civilization. 2) Aahad civilization is also mentioned in Rigveda. Correct Answer Only 1

The correct answer is Only 1.

  • Other centers of Ahar civilization:
    • Gilund - Rajsamad
    • Balathal - Udaipur
    • Ozhiana - Bhilwara
  • Matsya Mahajanapada is also mentioned in Rigveda.

Additional Information

  • Aahad civilization:
    • This civilization is spread around the Ahar river in the Udaipur district.
    • Ahad is a tributary of Banas River.
    • The ancient name of Ahad was "Tamravati" as found in ancient inscriptions.
    • The civilization covers the area near Gambhiri in Chittorgarh and up to Ajmer in Bhilwara district near Khari and Kothari rivers.
    • More than one Chulha has been found in the houses here, which indicates the joint family system or the collective food system.
    • Round crystal beads, red and brown colored vessels, small water vessels without handles have been found.
    • The main industry here was copper smelting and making tools from it.
    • The site was first excavated in 1953 under the supervision of Akshay Kirti Vyas.​

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