Which among the following sites gives an evidence of maritime trade in harappan era?

• A. Lothal
• B. Kalibangan
• C. Mohen-jo dero
• D. Harappa

Answer: (A)

Lothal is a small mature Harappan settlement near Gulf of Khambat in Dhalka taluk of Ahmadabad in Gujrat. It was first excavated in 1957 by S R Rao. The notable structures at Lothal include a dockyard, warehouse, workshop for manufacturing of stone beads, evidence of shell working, rice husk and a cemetery.