Question
Easy
Indus Valley civilization's famous sculpture 'Male Torso' is made of
1
Red lime stone
2
Terracotta
3
Metal
4
Marble
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: HTET
Level/Paper: HTET_L3
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Correct Answer
Option A
Explanation
The correct option is 1: The iconic 'Male Torso' sculpture from the Indus Valley Civilization, discovered at Harappa, is specifically carved from Red lime stone (often identified by scholars as red jasper stone). This material choice is significant as it allowed Harappan artisans to achieve an exceptionally high degree of anatomical naturalism and polished finish, distinguishing it from most other artifacts of the period. Its sophisticated carving "in the round"—meaning…Read More
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