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Shortughai in Afghanistan lay near the best source of:
ALapis lazuli
BRed carnelian
CCopper ore
DTin metal
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Lapis lazuli
1. Lapis lazuli is a highly valued blue stone.
2. Shortughai was set up near its source.
3. Lothal was near carnelian sources.
_Source: NCERT Class 12 Themes in Indian History I, Theme 1, Bricks, Beads and Bones._
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