Question

indus harappan seal, similar to a seal found in ancient mesopotamia. image credit: harappa.com
seals such as the one pictured above could best be used as early evidence for what historical continuity?
choose 1 answer:
a the existence of trade between regions
b the spread of religious belief systems
c the use of art to reinforce political power
d the codification of legal systems for public display

Explanation:

Seals were often used in ancient trade for authentication and marking of goods. The similarity of an Indus - Harappan seal to one from Mesopotamia suggests possible trade connections between the two regions. There is no indication from the seal about religious spread, use of art for political power, or legal system codification.

Answer:

A. The existence of trade between regions