5 Questions
What was the direction of writing in the Harappan script?
From right to left
What is the period of the Mature Harappa culture?
2600 BCE to 1900 BCE
What were the boundaries of the Harappan Civilisation?
Manda, Daimabad, Alamgirpur, Sutkagendor
What were the known metals during the Harappan Civilisation?
Gold, Silver, Copper, Bronze
What was the purpose of seals and sealings in the Harappan Civilisation?
Facilitate long distance communication
Study Notes
Harappan Script
- The direction of writing in the Harappan script is not definitively determined, as the script remains undeciphered.
Mature Harappa Culture
- The period of the Mature Harappa culture is circa 2600-1900 BCE.
Boundaries of the Harappan Civilisation
- The Harappan Civilisation flourished in the Indus Valley region, covering modern-day Pakistan and northwestern India.
Metals in the Harappan Civilisation
- The known metals during the Harappan Civilisation were copper, bronze, tin, and lead.
Seals and Sealings in the Harappan Civilisation
- The purpose of seals and sealings in the Harappan Civilisation was to authenticate trade goods, identify ownership, and serve as a symbol of authority.
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