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Nischal JainAIR 119

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.

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Introduction

Harappan civilization is a significant part of Chalcolithic culture in Ancient India

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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
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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

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