12 Questions
What do Hindus consider the cow to be?
A sacred animal
Why is the River Ganges considered sacred to Hindus?
It is a holy waterway
What was the significance of the pipal or fig tree for the Indus people?
It is a sacred tree for Hindus and Buddhists
How did the Indus Valley cities differ from other contemporary cities in terms of planning?
They featured wide main streets and narrow side streets
What was found in some Indus cities that suggested the presence of rulers or priests?
Citadels on high mounds with bigger buildings
What was the primary occupation of most Indus people?
Farming and trading
What was the approximate start date of the Indus River Valley Civilization?
2500 BCE
What is the length of the Indus River?
1,860 miles
Which of the following was a major city of the Indus River Valley Civilization?
Both Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa
What natural protection did the Indus River Valley Civilization have from invasions?
The Himalaya and Hindu-Kush mountains
What was the primary purpose of the Indus River for the people of the Indus River Valley Civilization?
All of the above
What was the religious belief system of the Indus River Valley Civilization?
Polytheistic
Explore the history and geography of the Indus River Valley Civilization which originated around 2500 BCE along the Indus river in South Asia. Learn about the settlement, development, and significance of this ancient civilization.
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