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Question

The earliest evidence of agriculture in Indian sub-continent is found at:

  1. Lothal
  2. Harappa
  3. Mehrgarh
  4. Mundigak

Answer:

Option C: Mehrgarh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Mehrgarh”.

The earliest evidence of agriculture in the Indian subcontinent is found at Mehrgarh. It is an important Neolithic site located in present-day Balochistan, Pakistan, and dates back to around 7000 BCE.