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Which colour was commonly used in the Harappan Pottery?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Red
  2. Blue-Gray
  3. Yellow
  4. Blue

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Red

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Red. Harappan pottery was primarily wheel-made and is known for its uniformity, fine finish, and artistic designs. The most commonly used pottery type was the Red Ware pottery, painted with black designs. This is often called Red and Black Ware and featured geometric patterns, animal motifs, and plant designs.