Question Q.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 the Bronze Age culture.
Introduction
Harappan civilization is a significant part of Chalcolithic culture in Ancient India
12 words
Main Body
Key technological breakthroughs
1Grid system of road/cities - Roads cutting at 90° degrees
2Robust drainage system - Drains outside every house
3Radial streets - Baranwaldi
4Metallurgy - Famous for making various metallic sculptures - Pashupati Seal
5Caste dye-dust lost wax technique - Bronze dancing girl
6Use of seals - Red sandstone for male torso
60 words2 paragraphs
Diagram
Harappan civilization table showing Neolith (2500 BC), Early IVC (2000 BC), Late IVC (1500 BC), IVC. Also includes Fig. Harappan cities map.
- Clear enumeration of technological breakthroughs
- Includes specific examples and artifacts
- Good use of diagrams
Topper
Nischal Jain
AIR 119
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Pre Vedic
Harappan civilization technology
Writing Stats
72
Total words
2
Paragraphs