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In which state is the archaeological site of Surkotada situated?1. Karnataka2. Haryana3. Rajasthan4. Gujarat

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : Gujarat

The correct answer is Gujarat.

  • The site at Surkotada is located 160 km (99 mi) north-east of Bhuj, in the district of Kutch, Gujarat.
    • The ancient mound stands surrounded by an undulating rising ground clustered by small sandstone hills.

  •  Surkotada is a small, 3.5-acre site northeast of Bhuj, in Gujarat. Approx 30 km from Rapar.
    • It was discovered and excavated by Shri Jagat Pati Joshi of ASI in 1964-1968.
    • The Harappans came to Surkotadaaround 2300 B.C. and built a fortified citadel and residential annex, made of mud brick, mud lumps, and rubble, containing houses with bathrooms and drains.
    • A new element in the population along with the already extant Harappa is seen in c. 1900 B.C. 


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