Question

"The domestic architecture of Mohenjodaro along the ground level meant privacy of the residents."

Identify which of the following statements prove it:

1. Houses were centred on a courtyard.
2. There were no windows in the walls.
3. The main entrance did not give a direct view.
4. Many houses had wells often in room for passers by.

विकल्प

• i and ii

• ii and iii

• iii and iv

• i and iv

Answer 1

ii and iii

ii. There were no windows in the walls.
iii. The main entrance did not give a direct view.

Explanation:

Mohenjodaro's Lower Town exemplifies residential architecture. Many were designed around a courtyard, with rooms on all sides. The courtyard was most likely the focal point of activities like cooking and weaving, especially during hot and dry weather. It's also worth noting that there are no windows in the ground-floor walls, indicating a concern for seclusion. Furthermore, the main entry does not provide a clear view of the interior or courtyard.