Q. The famous female figurine known as ‘Dancing Girl’, found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of
(a) carnelian
(b) clay
(c) bronze
(d) gold
Correct Answer : (c) bronze
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Explanation :
The famous female figurine known as the ‘Dancing Girl’, found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of bronze. It was created using the lost-wax casting technique. This small statuette, approximately 10.8 centimeters (4.25 inches) tall, dates back to around 2500 BC.