Q. With reference to the textile related knowledge of Harappans, consider the below statements:

1. Harappans were aware of both cotton and silk
2. Spindle whorls were not known to Harappans

Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: Only 1
Notes: Cotton was probably grown at Mehrgarh about 7000 years ago. Actual pieces of cloth were found attached to the lid of a silver vase and some copper objects at Mohenjodaro. Archaeologists have also found spindle whorls, made of terracotta and faience. These were used to spin thread. Note: Wild indigenous silk moth species found at Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, suggesting the use of silk during Indus Valley Civilisation.

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