The famous female figurine known as ‘Dancing Girl’, found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of

(a) carnelian
(b) clay
(c) bronze
(d) gold

Explanation:

The “Dancing Girl” is a prehistoric sculpture found in the ancient city of Mohenjo-daro (part of the Indus Valley Civilization) in 1926. It is famously made of bronze.

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Technique: The statue serves as a prime example of the metallurgical skills of the Harappan people. It was created using the “lost-wax” casting technique (cire perdue), where a wax model is covered in clay, heated to melt the wax out, and then filled with molten metal. This is one of the earliest known examples of this complex technique.
Description: The figurine is small (about 10.5 cm tall) and depicts a young girl standing in a confident, naturalistic posture with her hand on her hip. She is adorned with a large number of bangles on her left arm.
Significance: It provides valuable insights into the fashion, craftsmanship, and culture of the Indus Valley Civilization.