With reference to the Chalcolithic settlement of Inamgaon in Maharashtra, consider the following statements:
1. It shows distinct signs of emerging social stratification, as evidenced by a large five-roomed house (likely of a chief) located next to a central granary.
2. Unlike other Jorwe sites, it lacked an irrigation network or artificial canals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Statement 1 is correct; Inamgaon exhibits advanced chiefdom-level social hierarchy and specialized storage. Statement 2 is incorrect because excavations revealed a large mud embankment and a major diversionary canal built to harvest and store floodwaters for irrigation.

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