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

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

Answer: (D)

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.