Question 2DiscussGS1GS1
The Harappan civilization was a "technological powerhouse" that laid the foundation for sophisticated urban living in ancient South Asia. In light of this statement, discuss the key technological breakthroughs and contributions of this Bronze Age culture. (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
Harappan civilisation refers to ancient Bronze-age civilisation along the banks of Indus and Saraswati river valleys.
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Main Body
Technological Breakthroughs:
1First known script in Indian subcontinent Eg: Indus script.
2Sewage system running parallel to the streets
3Flood control mechanism through dikes to Indus river.
4Standardisation in construction
Eg: Brick size = 8:4:1.
5Lost-wax technique in sculptures. Eg: Dancing girl of Mohenjodaro.
6Use of new materials through Bronze (dancing girl), Steatite etc Eg: Seals (Pashupati). Red ware pottery.
7Bead making industry
8Dockyard found in Lothal.
Contributions:
1. Trade relations with neighbouring civilisation
2. Continued linkages to Aryan/Vedic age
3. Eastward expansion
4. Early signs of religion Eg: mother goddess
98 words2 paragraphs
Conclusion
Recent National Maritime Complex at Lothal highlights civilisation's importance of IVC to India.
13 words
Diagram
Map of Indian subcontinent showing Harappan sites - Harappa, Mohenjodaro, Kot Diji, Dholavira, Lothal marked with locations
- Use of diagram/map
- Specific site examples
Topper
Hrishikesh Alone
AIR 612025
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Indian Culture
Pre Vedic
Harappan Civilization Technology
Writing Stats
127
Total words
2
Paragraphs
analytical
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