In the Indus Valley Civilisation, specific coastal settlements were established primarily to exploit marine resources. Which of the following pairs of sites acted as prominent centers for the specialized manufacture of shell objects like bangles, ladles, and inlays?

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Nageshwar (Gujarat) and Balakot (Pakistan) are specialized Harappan coastal outposts located near rich shell sourcing zones. Excavations revealed massive debris of shell-cutting waste, confirming that these sites were dedicated craft factories supplying finished luxury items across inland administrative centers.

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