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Question

Study the list and answer the question.
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Important Developments of an Ancient Civilization
Writing of the Bhagavad-Gita
Use of metallurgy
Emergence of Hinduism
Development of medical technique​

​Which advancement can also be included in this list?
A
Design of the wheel
B
Development of cuneiform
C
Creation of mummification techniques
D
Development of the number zero

Answer 1

Based on the context of the list provided, the most relevant advancement that can be included is:

D - Development of the number zero.

This option aligns well with the significant contributions to knowledge and mathematics made by ancient civilizations, particularly in the context of Indian civilization, which is associated with advancements in mathematics, including the concept of zero. The other options pertain to different civilizations (e.g., wheel design is more generalized, cuneiform is specific to Mesopotamia, and mummification is specific to ancient Egypt).