Correct Answer: (D) Mehrgarh

Explanation:

Mehrgarh, an archaeological site located in Balochistan, Pakistan, boasts the earliest evidence of agriculture in the Indian subcontinent. Excavations at Mehrgarh have unearthed remains of a settled community practicing farming as early as 7000 BCE. This predates other sites in the region known for agricultural practices.

Here’s a breakdown of why the other options are less likely:

• (A) Brahmagiri: This site in Karnataka is associated with the Iron Age and later periods, not the beginnings of agriculture.
• (B) Burzahom: Located in Kashmir, Burzahom is known for Mesolithic habitation and evidence of early tool use, but not agriculture.
• (C) Koldihwa: This site in Uttar Pradesh has evidence of a Harappan civilization settlement, but the Harappan culture emerged after the development of agriculture.