The Harappan Civilization
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Which material was the Harappan seal made of?

  • Clay
  • Metal
  • Wood
  • Stone (correct)

    • What do Harappan seals often contain?

  • Human motifs and signs from a script
  • Animal motifs and signs from a script (correct)
  • Geometric motifs and signs from a script
  • Floral motifs and signs from a script

    • What type of evidence do archaeologists use to learn about the lives of the people who lived in the Harappan civilisation?

  • Written evidence
  • Archaeological evidence (correct)
  • Architectural evidence
  • Oral evidence

    • What is another name for the Indus valley civilisation?

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    What is the term used by archaeologists to describe a group of objects that are distinctive in style?

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    During which period was the Rigveda composed?

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    Where did agricultural settlements emerge during the period following the end of the Harappan civilisation?

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    What new mode of disposal of the dead emerged in central and south India from the first millennium BCE?

    <p>Megaliths (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of populations were found in the Deccan and further south during the period following the end of the Harappan civilisation?

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    What were the dead often buried with in central and south India during the first millennium BCE?

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    Harappan Seals

    Small, carved objects used by the Harappan civilization, often made of stone, featuring animal motifs and signs from a script.

    Archaeological Evidence

    Material remains from the past, like tools, pottery, and buildings, that archaeologists use to study ancient civilizations.

    Harappan Culture

    The name archaeologists use to describe the civilization that flourished in the Indus Valley, known for its urban planning and sophisticated technology.

    Culture (archaeological)

    A group of objects or traits that are distinctive in style and suggest a shared way of life.

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    Rigveda Composition Period

    The period when the Rigveda, a collection of ancient Hindu hymns, was composed, estimated to be between 600 BCE and 600 CE.

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    Post-Harappan Settlements

    Agricultural settlements that emerged after the decline of the Harappan civilization, often found in areas like the Deccan and further south.

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    Megaliths

    Large stone structures, often built as burial monuments, that were a new way of disposing of the dead in central and south India during the first millennium BCE.

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    Pastoral Populations

    Groups of people who lived a nomadic lifestyle, relying on herds of livestock for their livelihood, found in the Deccan and further south during the post-Harappan period.

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    Burial Offerings

    Items that were placed with the dead, like iron tools and weapons, offering an insight into their culture and beliefs.

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    Study Notes

    Harappan Civilization

    • Harappan seals were typically made of steatite, a soft stone that allowed for intricate carvings.
    • These seals often contain depictions of animals, mythical creatures, and inscriptions in an undeciphered script, highlighting trade and religious practices.
    • Archaeologists study artifacts, architecture, urban planning, and drainage systems to understand the daily lives and socio-economic structures of Harappan people.

    Indus Valley Civilization

    • Another name for the Indus Valley Civilization is the Harappan Civilization, named after its most prominent archaeological site, Harappa.
    • The term "assemblage" describes a distinctive group of objects characterized by similar styles and features, serving as a means of classification in archaeology.

    Rigveda and Post-Harappan Developments

    • The Rigveda was composed during the Vedic period, approximately between 1500 to 500 BCE, reflecting spiritual and cultural beliefs.
    • After the end of the Harappan civilization, agricultural settlements emerged in regions such as Punjab and parts of northern India.

    Burial Practices and Population Dynamics

    • A new mode of disposal of the dead that appeared in central and south India during the first millennium BCE was cremation, alongside burial practices.
    • In the Deccan and further south, diverse populations with distinct cultural practices and lifestyle choices coexisted during the post-Harappan period.
    • The dead in central and south India were often buried with pottery, jewelry, and tools, reflecting their status and beliefs about the afterlife.

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