In the Mesopotamian records, which one of the following terms was used for the Indus Valley (Harappans) ?

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In the Mesopotamian records, which one of the following terms was used for the Indus Valley (Harappans) ?

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History

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NDA-II

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In the Mesopotamian records, the term used for the Indus Valley (Harappans) was "Meluha." This term is mentioned in various ancient Mesopotamian texts, particularly in the Sumerian and Akkadian inscriptions.

Option 1: Dilmun was a term used to refer to an ancient civilization in the Persian Gulf region, particularly associated with present-day Bahrain. It is not related to the Indus Valley civilization.

Option 3: Magan was used to refer to an ancient region in present-day Oman, known for its trade in copper. It is not associated with the Indus Valley civilization.

Option 4: Failaka was an island in the Arabian Gulf, known for its trade and cultural connections with ancient Mesopotamia. It is not directly related to the Indus Valley civilization.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2: Meluha.