Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization I. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present,…

Question

Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization:

I. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not dominate the scene.

II. During this period, cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India.

Which statement(s) is/are correct?

1. A. I only
2. B. II only
3. C. Both I and II (Correct answer)
4. D. Neither I nor II

Correct Answer

Option C — Both I and II

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• Both statements are correct.
• Indus Valley Civilization was largely secular in its material culture, and cotton (karpas) was cultivated and used for textile manufacturing - making India one of the earliest cotton-using civilizations.