Throw light upon the importance of seals and sealings in the reconstruction of socio-economic and religious life of the Harappan people. Also, explain why many of the known Harappan settlements are in semi-arid regions.
Introduction
Harappan civilization was a Bronze age civilization that flourished in Indus valley region readily its past doings (2300-1900 BCE). Seals from the civilization provides a window to history of the age.
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Harappan civilization was a Bronze age civilization that flourished in Indus valley region readily its past doings (2300-1900 BCE). Seals from the civilization provides a window to history of the age.
Importance of Seals & Sealings:
I. Reconstruction of socio-economic life
(a) Harappan seal found from Mesopotamia
(b) Number of seals found from a location showcased economic prosperity
(c) Central as centre of trade.
II. Reconstruction of Religious Life
(a) Seals
(b) Belief in Female Goddesses could be deciphered.
(Harappin settlements in semi-arid regions)
Diagram
Simple stick figure diagram representing a person/individual
- Clear categorization of socio-economic vs religious functions
- Provides specific examples like Mesopotamian seals
- Connects seals to broader civilizational aspects
Wasim Ur Rahman
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Pre Vedic - Harappan Civilization
Seals and sealings in Harappan society
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