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What is the main river after which the Harappan Civilization is named?
What is the main river after which the Harappan Civilization is named?
Which of the following aspects does culture NOT include?
Which of the following aspects does culture NOT include?
What is a notable feature of the Harappan Civilization that distinguishes it in Indian history?
What is a notable feature of the Harappan Civilization that distinguishes it in Indian history?
Which river basin was primarily associated with the Harappan Civilization?
Which river basin was primarily associated with the Harappan Civilization?
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What factor contributes significantly to the diversity of Indian culture according to the text?
What factor contributes significantly to the diversity of Indian culture according to the text?
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What is one way that Indian culture has evolved over time according to the text?
What is one way that Indian culture has evolved over time according to the text?
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What occupation was predominant among the Harappans before they transitioned to urban life?
What occupation was predominant among the Harappans before they transitioned to urban life?
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Which feature was characteristic of Harappan houses?
Which feature was characteristic of Harappan houses?
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What did Harappans use as protection against evil spirits?
What did Harappans use as protection against evil spirits?
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Which major Indian culture emerged after the decline of the Harappan culture?
Which major Indian culture emerged after the decline of the Harappan culture?
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What were the four Vedas compiled by the Aryans?
What were the four Vedas compiled by the Aryans?
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Which religion was prevalent among the Aryans?
Which religion was prevalent among the Aryans?
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What is the core of Indian culture according to the text?
What is the core of Indian culture according to the text?
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Which aspect contributes to making India a flourishing country, as mentioned in the text?
Which aspect contributes to making India a flourishing country, as mentioned in the text?
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What distinguishes Indian culture as a precious possession, as per the text?
What distinguishes Indian culture as a precious possession, as per the text?
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Which element shapes what is recognized as Indian culture today, based on the text?
Which element shapes what is recognized as Indian culture today, based on the text?
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What is cited as one of the major characteristics of Indian culture that makes it unique?
What is cited as one of the major characteristics of Indian culture that makes it unique?
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What could lead to the unity of urban and rural India?
What could lead to the unity of urban and rural India?
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Study Notes
- Harappans were mainly engaged in agriculture and transitioned from rural to urban life through remarkable features of their culture.
- Harappan culture included the emergence of great cities, double-storied burnt brick houses with amenities, an underground drainage system, and respect for women.
- They believed in personal hygiene, worshipped trees and animals, and used amulets for protection against evil forces.
- The Aryan culture flourished after the decline of the Harappan civilization, settling along the banks of the Indus and Saraswati rivers.
- Aryans contributed significantly to Indian culture through the introduction of Vedas, influencing religion (Hinduism) and cultural practices.
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Explore the remarkable features of Harappan culture, including great cities, double storied houses, underground drainage systems, and cooking practices. Learn about how the transition from rural to urban life took place during the time of the Harappans.
