Question

Figure of the god that was depicted in the seal of Indus Valley People is ___
A. Agni
B. Indra
C. Carina
D. Pashupati

Answer 1

Hint:Historical studies helped to know about the ancient civilization. Indus Valley Civilization was the oldest Civilization. It is also known as Harappan civilization. Archaeological study at Mohenjo-Daro helped to understand more about civilization.

Complete answer:
Let us discuss the periods and civilization in history. History period is generally classified into two periods: prehistoric period and historic period. Prehistoric period is the period between before the arrival of the writing system and with the arrival of human beings. It includes three parts which includes Palaeolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic. The historical period starts with the arrival of the writing system which is used to record the historical events. Historical period is also divided into three basic parts which includes Ancient period, middle age and Modern era. The historical periods are used to focus the study on a particular event that occurred in a particular area of time. Proto history period was between prehistory and history period where the conversion takes place. This period had other Cultural developments other than writing. Harappan civilization which is also known as Indus Valley civilization belongs to this category. Sumerian civilians were the oldest Civilizations known in the world.

Let us discuss the seal of Indus Valley Civilization. The figure of God that was depicted in the seal of Indus valley civilization is Pashupati . He is also depicted as Lord Shiva . Meaning of Pashupati is the god of animals.

Hence, the correct answer is option (D).

Note:Several seals were taken with the help of the Archaeological Survey. This seal only has the symbol of humans while others are generally animals. During the period of Harappan civilization , the writing system was not developed. They mainly used symbols to communicate.