Art of Indus Valley Civilization Mother Goddess

Instruction: Go to Wikipedia.org and search for text Mother Goddess of Indus Valley Civilization read and paste the information related to Mother Goddess and answer the following questions. This statue is made of clay and then baked in fire as per the terracotta process. This statue figurine made of terracotta was found at the site of Mohenjo-Daro measuring 8.5 x 3.5 cm. The baking is perfectly done to achieve an unblemished red colour. Some scholars have identified it as mother goddess. The headgear of this statue comprises of two bowl-like forms on both sides of the head. These were probably used as lamps. These are again balanced by another form in the middle of the head which is supposed to be an elaborate hair style. The statue figure is wearing a miniskirt with a broad belt to hold it in place. The statue figure is adorned with all kinds of jewellery.

1. The Mother Goddess statue is made of ______________. 2. This was found at the site of ________________. 3. The statue figure is adorned with _________________.