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Q: In the context of early Indian history, the term 'NBPW' refers to a:
  • A. settlement pattern
  • B. Pottery type
  • C. dating technique
  • D. neolithic tool-making technique
Correct Answer: Option B - In the context of early Indian history, NBPW stands for Northern Black Polished Ware. During the Mauryan period, pottery was commonly referred to as NBPW. These pots were very bright and black in color and were used in special items. Kaushambi and Pataliputra were the main centres of NBPW during the Mauryan period.
B. In the context of early Indian history, NBPW stands for Northern Black Polished Ware. During the Mauryan period, pottery was commonly referred to as NBPW. These pots were very bright and black in color and were used in special items. Kaushambi and Pataliputra were the main centres of NBPW during the Mauryan period.

Explanations:

In the context of early Indian history, NBPW stands for Northern Black Polished Ware. During the Mauryan period, pottery was commonly referred to as NBPW. These pots were very bright and black in color and were used in special items. Kaushambi and Pataliputra were the main centres of NBPW during the Mauryan period.