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GSMediumPrelims 2011Ancient History
Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements:
- It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not dominate the scene,
- During this period, cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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| Early Cholas | 4 (24%) |
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| Mauryan Empire | 3 (18%) |
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