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किसका प्राचीन शहर मोहेंजोदड़ो के बगल में स्थित था?
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किस स्थल पर सिंधु घाटी सभ्यता की मूल बीज बोए गए थे?
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किस क्षेत्र को 'सिंधु घाटी सभ्यता' के नाम से जाना जाता है?
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'सिंधु घाटी सभ्यता' के उनके शहरों में कौन-कौन सी विशेषताएं थीं?
'सिंधु घाटी सभ्यता' के उनके शहरों में कौन-कौन सी विशेषताएं थीं?
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'सिंधु घाटी सभ्यता' का सम्राट कौन-कौन से पहलु प्रकट करते हैं?
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किस विशेषता के अनुसार, पाशुपति महादेव को शिव के एक अवतार के रूप में चित्रित किया गया है?
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किन-किन समृद्धि-सौदागरी कनेक्शन्स द्वारा इंदुस सभ्यता को आले-ए-चमन्नों से संपर्क स्थापित करने की सूचना मिली है?
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Study Notes
Sindhu Ghati Sabhyaata: A Brief History of the Indus Valley Civilization
The term 'Sindhu Ghati Sabhyaata' translates from Prakrit to English as "Civilization of Sindhu River Basin". It refers to one of India's earliest civilizations, also known as the Harappan civilization, which developed along the banks of the Indus river around 5000 years ago. This ancient society flourished between 2600 - 1900 BC, leaving behind ruins that suggest it was once advanced and prosperous.
Early Roots: The Saraswati Valley
The civilization is believed to have originated in the Saraswati valley, with its center at Mohenjo Daro near modern Larkana in Pakistan. In early Vedic literature, there is mention of the Saraswati being both a mountain and an archetypal goddess who embodies all knowledge in classical Indian mythology. Archaeological evidence suggests that this may indeed have been where the first seeds of the great civilization were sown.
Urban Centers & Deified Rivers
One of the most striking aspects of the Sindhu Ghati sabhyaata was their urban culture. They created huge cities like Mohenjodaro and Harappa, considered among the first examples of planned city systems in history. These settlements showcased high levels of social organization, complex water management systems, and an understanding of metallurgy — indicating technological advancement.
In addition to these impressive structures, they also worshipped deities related to natural phenomena such as rivers, mountains, valleys, rainfall, thunderstorms, and trees. For instance, Pashupati Mahadeva, an incarnation of Shiva, is depicted as having eight hands, two deer antlers sprouting from his head, mounted on a tiger skin throne, holding various weapons including bows and tridents. Such iconography points towards a strong connection between nature and religious beliefs.
Trade Connections Across Continents
Another aspect of the civilization was their extensive trade network across continents. Recent archaeological discoveries indicate that they traded with people living beyond the Ganges delta and possibly even with neighbors on the opposite side of Iran. This connectedness allowed them access to large quantities of copper ore and lapis lazuli stones, suggesting manufacturing sites located far away from the domestic sources of raw materials used by other contemporary societies.
Moreover, they maintained close ties with Mesopotamia, which influenced each other during the third millennium BC through exchange of goods, ideas and technologies. Their artifacts bear clear resemblances to those found in Mesopotamian regions during the period, pointing towards cultural similarities perhaps due to shared belief systems.
Decline & Legacy
By approximately 1900 BC, Sindhu Ghati Sabhyaata had disappeared; however, it left lasting marks on subsequent cultures. Its wide network of roads, bridges, wells, bathing ponds, and drainage channels inspired future rulers and builders alike. Even today, some towns and villages still exist within the area occupied by the ancient cities, carrying forward legacies of the earlier times while making necessary adaptations.
While much remains unknown about this vanished empire, archaeologists continue to uncover clues that shed light on how these inhabitants lived, what motivated their migrations, and why they abandoned their grand settlements. As we delve deeper into deciphering this fascinating chapter of human history, we realize the complexity and resilience of our past, reminding us that even civilizations that seem powerful can disappear one day, only to leave memories etched deep in time.
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Test your knowledge about the ancient Indus Valley civilization, known as the 'Sindhu Ghati Sabhyaata', which thrived along the Indus river around 5000 years ago. Learn about their urban centers, trade connections, deified rivers, and eventual decline, leaving a lasting legacy on subsequent cultures.
