Which one of the following animals was not represented on the seals and terracotta art of the Harappan culture?
A
Cow
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B
Elephant
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C
Rhinoceros
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D
Tiger
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Solution
The correct option is A Cow
From the seals, terracotta figurines, and copper tablets we get an idea on the religious life of the Harappans. The chief male deity was Pasupati, (proto-Siva) represented in seals as sitting in a yogic posture with three faces and two horns. He is surrounded by four animals (elephant, tiger, rhino, and buffalo each facing a different direction). Two deer appear on his feet.