Question : What was the impact of the discovery of the Harappan civilization on the understanding of ancient Indian history?
Option 1: It challenged the Eurocentric view of history
Option 2: It provided evidence of trade with Mesopotamia
Option 3: It shifted the focus from the Vedic period to earlier urban cultures
Option 4: It led to the revision of the Aryan invasion theory
Correct Answer: It shifted the focus from the Vedic period to earlier urban cultures
Solution : The discovery of the Harappan civilization shifted the focus of ancient Indian history from the Vedic period to earlier urban cultures, highlighting the existence of advanced civilizations prior to the arrival of the Aryans.