Consider the following statements 1 The Harappans did not use metallic money but possessed nece...........

Ancient and Medival History Pre Mauryan Period

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Consider the following statements:

1 The Harappans did not use metallic money but possessed necessary raw materials for all commodities they produced.

2 The Harappans knew the use of wheel; however, carts with solid wheels were not in use in Harappa.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

statement 1 is incorrect :Harappans did not use metallic money neither they possessed necessary raw materials for commodities they produced. They carried on their exchanges through barter. They procured metals from neighbouring areas by boats and bullock-carts, in return for finished goods and foodgrains.

statement 2 is incorrect :They had commercial links with Rajasthan, Afghanistan and Iran. Harappans knew the use of wheel and carts with solid wheels were in use in Harappa. It also appears that Harappans used some type of modern ekkas.