{"id":2455,"date":"2025-05-02T13:17:12","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T07:47:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/?p=2455"},"modified":"2025-05-02T13:17:13","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T07:47:13","slug":"q-consider-the-following-information-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/upsc\/q-consider-the-following-information-3","title":{"rendered":"Q. Consider the following information:"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
<\/td>Archaeological Site <\/strong><\/td>State <\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
1.<\/td>Chandraketugarh <\/td>Odisha <\/td>Trading Port town<\/td><\/tr>
2. <\/td>Inamgaon <\/td>Maharashtra <\/td>Chalcolithic site<\/td><\/tr>
3.<\/td>Mangadu<\/td>Kerala<\/td>Megalithic site<\/td><\/tr>
4. <\/td>Salihundam<\/td>Andhra Pradesh<\/td>Rock-cut shrines<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In which of the above rows is the given information correctly matched <\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • 1 and 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 and 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 3 and 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 and 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
    \n

    Answer:<\/strong> (b) 2 and 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    Notes:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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    • Chandraketugarh\u00a0is an\u00a0ancient archaeological site\u00a0located in the state of West Bengal<\/strong>. According to historians, the place dates to the\u00a03rd century<\/strong>, which is the pre-Mauryan era. It was a significant\u00a0port city\u00a0<\/strong>known for its trade during the early historic period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Inamgaon\u00a0is an important\u00a0Chalcolithic site\u00a0located in Maharashtra, near the\u00a0Ghod River<\/strong>\u00a0(a tributary of the\u00a0Bhima<\/strong>). It provides significant insights into the lives of people during the Chalcolithic period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mangadu in Kerala\u00a0is known as a newly discovered prehistoric site<\/strong>. This location has\u00a0revealed numerous\u00a0megalithic structures<\/strong>\u00a0dated approximately between 1000 B.C. and 100 B.C.\u00a0This discovery enriches Kerala\u2019s archaeological landscape, adding to its\u00a0array of\u00a0megalithic sites, such as the Edakkal Caves and Marayoor\u00a0Dolmens.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Salihundam is an archaeological site in Andhra Pradesh<\/strong>, but it is\u00a0known for its Buddhist stupas, viharas,<\/strong>\u00a0and other remains, not rock-cut cave shrines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
      Some Major Archaeological Site\u2019s  in India: <\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

      North India<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, Indus Valley Civilization (Punjab, Pakistan and Haryana, India):\u00a0<\/strong>These are the two most extensively excavated urban centers of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, dating back to 3300-1300 BCE.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Dholavira, Indus Valley Civilization (Gujarat):\u00a0<\/strong>This lesser-known site was a flourishing center of the Harappan civilization, boasting water reservoirs and impressive town planning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh:\u00a0<\/strong>Once a prominent center of Buddhism,\u00a0Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon<\/strong>\u00a0after attaining enlightenment. The site features stupas, monasteries, and pillars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh:<\/strong>\u00a0Renowned for its intricately carved temples dedicated to Hinduism and Jainism,\u00a0Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/strong>\u00a0The erotic sculptures on some of the temples are a source of fascination and debate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Agra, Uttar Pradesh:\u00a0<\/strong>Home to the iconic Taj Mahal, a white marble mausoleum built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Agra offers a glimpse into Mughal era architecture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        South India <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Hampi, Karnataka<\/strong>: The\u00a0former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire<\/strong>, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ruins of palaces, temples, and other structures spread over a vast area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu:\u00a0<\/strong>Renowned for its monolithic shore temples carved from granite, Mahabalipuram is a testament to Pallava dynasty\u2019s architectural prowess.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Meenakshi Temple, Madurai, Tamil Nadu:\u00a0<\/strong>A colorful and intricately designed temple complex dedicated to Parvati, the consort of Shiva, the Meenakshi Temple is a vibrant landmark.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Badami, Karnataka:<\/strong>\u00a0Located amidst picturesque red sandstone cliffs, Badami was the\u00a0capital of the Chalukya dynasty.<\/strong>\u00a0The site features cave temples with remarkable sculptures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Maharashtra:\u00a0<\/strong>These UNESCO World Heritage Sites house breathtaking cave temples and monasteries adorned with sculptures and paintings depicting Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain themes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          East India<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Konark Sun Temple, Odisha:<\/strong>\u00a0A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Konark Sun Temple is an architectural marvel dedicated to the Sun god Surya. The temple is shaped like a giant chariot<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya, Bihar:<\/strong>\u00a0A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mahabodhi Temple is believed to be the place where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. The Mahabodhi tree, under which the Buddha meditated, is a significant pilgrimage site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Nalanda Mahavihara, Bihar:\u00a0<\/strong>Nalanda was a renowned ancient university and monastic complex, a center for Buddhist learning from the 5th to 12th centuries CE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            West India<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Lothal, Gujarat<\/strong>: A significant Indus Valley Civilization port city, Lothal is known for its well-preserved dockyard, suggesting a flourishing maritime trade network.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Dholavira, Gujarat<\/strong>: As mentioned earlier, Dholavira was a flourishing center of the Harappan civilization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Elephanta Caves, Maharashtra:<\/strong>\u00a0Located on an island near Mumbai, these rock-cut cave temples contain sculptures dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Archaeological Site  State  Description 1. Chandraketugarh  Odisha  Trading Port town 2.  Inamgaon  Maharashtra  Chalcolithic site 3. Mangadu Kerala Megalithic site 4.  Salihundam Andhra Pradesh Rock-cut shrines In which of the above rows is the given information correctly matched ? Answer: (b) 2 and 3 Notes: Some Major Archaeological Site\u2019s  in India:  North India South India  East India West India<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1,3],"tags":[40,43],"years":[49],"class_list":["post-2455","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-upsc","category-prelims","tag-ancient-history","tag-art-and-culture","years-49"],"acf":[],"taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":1,"label":"UPSC"},{"value":3,"label":"Prelims"}],"post_tag":[{"value":40,"label":"Ancient History"},{"value":43,"label":"Art and Culture"}],"years":[{"value":49,"label":"2024"}]},"featured_image_src_large":false,"author_info":{"display_name":"LotusArise","author_link":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/author\/team-lotusarise"},"comment_info":0,"category_info":[{"term_id":1,"name":"UPSC","slug":"upsc","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":1,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":1269,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":1,"category_count":1269,"category_description":"","cat_name":"UPSC","category_nicename":"upsc","category_parent":0},{"term_id":3,"name":"Prelims","slug":"prelims","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":3,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":1,"count":1251,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":3,"category_count":1251,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Prelims","category_nicename":"prelims","category_parent":1}],"tag_info":[{"term_id":40,"name":"Ancient History","slug":"ancient-history","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":40,"taxonomy":"post_tag","description":"","parent":0,"count":108,"filter":"raw"},{"term_id":43,"name":"Art and Culture","slug":"art-and-culture","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":43,"taxonomy":"post_tag","description":"","parent":0,"count":80,"filter":"raw"}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2455","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2455"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2455\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2455"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2455"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2455"},{"taxonomy":"years","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotusarise.com\/qna\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/years?post=2455"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}