Who among the following archaeologists was the first to identify similarities

• Ancient History

Who among the following archaeologists was the first to identify similarities between a pre-Harappan culture and the mature Harappan culture?

1. Amalananda Ghosh
2. Rakhaldas Banerji
3. Daya Ram Sahni
4. Sir John Marshall

Answer

Rakhaldas Banerji or R. D. Banerji (1885-1930) was an Indian historian and pioneer in the fields of Indian archaeology. He discovered Mohenjo-daro, the principal site of the Harappa culture. He also noted the similarities between the site at Mohenjo-daro and Harrappa.

The correct option is B.