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Who first discovered the sites of Harappan Civilisation?
Who first discovered the sites of Harappan Civilisation?
- Mohenjo-daro
- Chanhudaro
- Daya Ram Sahni (correct)
- Sir John Marshall
Where are the main centres of the Harappan Civilisation located?
Where are the main centres of the Harappan Civilisation located?
- Afghanistan and China
- Sri Lanka and Nepal
- Pakistan and India (correct)
- India and Bangladesh
According to Sir John Marshall, when did the Harappan Civilisation flourish?
According to Sir John Marshall, when did the Harappan Civilisation flourish?
- Between 2500 and 2000 BCE
- Between 3250 and 2750 BCE (correct)
- Between 2000 and 1500 BCE
- Between 1500 and 1000 BCE
Which of the following is not a famous site of the Harappan Civilisation?
Which of the following is not a famous site of the Harappan Civilisation?
What was the urban planning like in the Harappan Civilisation?
What was the urban planning like in the Harappan Civilisation?
Flashcards
Who discovered Harappan sites?
Who discovered Harappan sites?
Daya Ram Sahni, an archaeologist, was the first to uncover the sites belonging to the ancient Harappan civilization.
Where is Harappa located?
Where is Harappa located?
The main centers of the Harappan Civilization are located in both Pakistan and India.
When did the Harappan Civilization flourish?
When did the Harappan Civilization flourish?
According to Sir John Marshall, a prominent archaeologist, the Harappan civilization flourished between the years 3250 and 2750 BCE.
Which is NOT a Harappan site?
Which is NOT a Harappan site?
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What was Harappan urban planning like?
What was Harappan urban planning like?
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Study Notes
Discovery of Harappan Civilisation
- The sites of the Harappan Civilization were first discovered by British archaeologist Sir John Marshall in the early 20th century.
Main Centres
- Key centres of the Harappan Civilization include cities like Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro, Lothal, and Dholavira.
- These sites are primarily located in present-day Pakistan and northwest India.
Flourishing Period
- Sir John Marshall indicated that the Harappan Civilization flourished between approximately 2600 BCE and 1900 BCE.
Notable Sites
- Among various sites of the Harappan Civilization, locations like Mehrgarh or Kalibangan are often cited, meaning sites not widely recognized or researched are excluded.
Urban Planning
- The Harappan Civilization showcased advanced urban planning with grid patterns for streets, sophisticated drainage systems, and standardized fired-brick structures.
- Cities had well-defined residential and commercial areas, indicating an organized approach to urban development.
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Test your knowledge of the ancient Harappan Civilization with this quiz based on Class 12 History Notes Chapter 1 "Bricks, Beads and Bones". Explore the key aspects of the Indus Valley Civilization, its chronology, and significant archaeological findings.
