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What was a significant aspect of the Harappan civilization despite the lack of written records?
What was a significant aspect of the Harappan civilization despite the lack of written records?
- Archaeological evidence reveals detailed information about their society. (correct)
- Their political structure was well-documented.
- Historical texts provide insights into their culture.
- Their economic systems were extensively analyzed.
What did the recent archaeological discovery at Farmana reveal about the Harappan civilization?
What did the recent archaeological discovery at Farmana reveal about the Harappan civilization?
- It confirmed the existence of a monarchy.
- It provided evidence of a unique burial ritual.
- It was the first indication of written communication.
- It uncovered the largest Harappan cemetery to date. (correct)
Which time period is associated with the Harappan civilization's urbanization phase?
Which time period is associated with the Harappan civilization's urbanization phase?
- 3000-2600 BCE
- 1500-1200 BCE
- 2000-1600 BCE
- 2350-1700 BCE (correct)
What types of evidence have been primarily used to understand daily life in the Harappan civilization?
What types of evidence have been primarily used to understand daily life in the Harappan civilization?
What is one of the limitations historians face when interpreting the Harappan civilization?
What is one of the limitations historians face when interpreting the Harappan civilization?
Which phase of the Harappan civilization is characterized by the initial transition from foraging to food production?
Which phase of the Harappan civilization is characterized by the initial transition from foraging to food production?
What is a significant limitation of archaeological evidence regarding the Harappan civilization?
What is a significant limitation of archaeological evidence regarding the Harappan civilization?
Which technique is NOT utilized in the study of archaeological evidence for the Harappan civilization?
Which technique is NOT utilized in the study of archaeological evidence for the Harappan civilization?
Which of the following regions was NOT part of the vast area of the Harappan culture?
Which of the following regions was NOT part of the vast area of the Harappan culture?
Which material transition is noted as a key development in the evolution of tools in the Harappan civilization?
Which material transition is noted as a key development in the evolution of tools in the Harappan civilization?
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Harappan Civilization
Harappan Civilization
The first urban civilization in the Indian subcontinent, roughly from 2350-1700 BCE, primarily located in the Indus Valley.
Archaeological Evidence
Archaeological Evidence
The primary source of information about the Harappan civilization, consisting of excavated ruins, pottery, tools, and other artifacts.
Indus Valley
Indus Valley
The region in present-day Pakistan and western India where the Harappan Civilization developed.
Urbanization
Urbanization
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Farmana Excavation
Farmana Excavation
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Harappan Civilization Evolution
Harappan Civilization Evolution
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Archaeological Evidence
Archaeological Evidence
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Harappan Extent
Harappan Extent
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Subsistence Strategies
Subsistence Strategies
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Neolithic Age
Neolithic Age
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