Q. Which among the following was / were the religious symbols / iconography of Indus people?
- Primitive temples
- Seals
- Statues
- Terracotta figurines
- Amulets
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer:
Only 2, 3, 4 & 5
Notes:
- Seals: Small rectangular seals made of stone or metal were commonly used in the Indus Valley Civilization. Some seals were also inscribed with pictograms, which are thought to have been used as a form of writing.
- Statues: Stone and metal statues were also created in the Indus Valley Civilization. They depicted human figures, animals, and deities, and were often used in religious rituals. Some of the most famous statues from this civilization are those of the so-called "Priest King" and the "Dancing Girl."
- Terracotta figurines: Terracotta figurines, which are small, molded figures made of clay, were also a common form of art in the Indus Valley Civilization. They depicted humans, animals, and deities, and were used for religious purposes and possibly as toys.
- Amulets: Amulets were small, protective talismans that were worn or carried to ward off evil and bring good luck.
- Temples: There were no temples in the Indus Valley.