Q. Most of the Indus beads were made up of:
Answer: Carnelian
Notes: Beads unearthed from multiple Harappan sites indicate the majority were made from carnelian, a reddish-orange variant of mineral quartz. Small drill holes allowed stringing into necklaces and ornaments worn by people as decorative jewellery or status symbols. Rich variety of materials used - like faience, steatite, agate, coral - also showcase specialized craft skills.

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