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 of the Indus Valley/Harappa Age culture.
Main Body
The mature Harappan civilization phase (circa 3300-1800 BCE) provided such technological inputs.
The technological inputs -
1city model - citadel (upper areas) and commoners (lower level)
2cross-cross drainage - at 90°, providing seamless flow of drainage
3privacy - windows not facing the exit
4Open house with verandah - and separate quarter for servants
5use of burnt brick → stability and security to modern construction
6Grain storage - ideas like centralised storage (FCT silos)
7Great bath in Mahenjodaro → inputs for modern day swimming architecture (including Olympics)
8usage of pottery and ornaments → process beauty cum technological prowess
9trade routes including ports in Lothal → trade and ship construction
10Mining, casting → [?] Khetri mines of Rajasthan plasna lost wax technique of sculpture making
Harappan civilization was marked by all essentials of modern urban architecture despite being the ancient civilization.
149 words3 paragraphs
Diagram
Small diagram showing city model layout with citadel and commoners' area
- Organized enumeration of technological features
- Specific details like 90° drainage angle
- Connects technology to urban planning
Topper
Rishabh Yadav
AIR 132
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Pre Vedic
Harappan Civilization
Writing Stats
149
Total words
3
Paragraphs
formal, structured
Tone