UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 10
The famous female figurine known as 'Dancing Girl', found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of
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Correct answer: C
Correct Option: C (bronze)
Explanation: The 'Dancing Girl' of Mohenjo-daro is a small bronze statuette made using the lost-wax casting technique, illustrating sophisticated Harappan metallurgy.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Carnelian was commonly used for beads, not this figure.
B: Clay was used for other terracottas.
C: Bronze is the statue's material.
D: Gold is not the material of the Dancing Girl.