Question

First evidence of which ornamental tree comes from a seal from ‘Mohen-Jo-Daro':

• A. Arjun tree
• B. Banyan tree
• C. Neem tree
• D. Pipal tree

Hint:

Pipal tree has ancient cultural and ornamental importance in Indian civilization.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept:
Historical evidence of ornamental and sacred plants can be obtained from ancient seals, sculptures and archaeological remains.

Step 1: Identify the archaeological site.
Mohenjo-Daro was an important city of the Indus Valley Civilization.

Step 2: Identify the tree shown in ancient evidence.
The Pipal tree has been represented in ancient Indian archaeological records and seals. \[ \text{Mohenjo-Daro seal} \Rightarrow \text{Pipal tree} \]

Step 3: Final answer.
Therefore, the first evidence from the seal of Mohenjo-Daro is related to the Pipal tree. \[ \therefore \text{Correct Answer is (D)} \]