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Hinduism, Buddhism, ಮತ್ತು Jainism- Indus Valley Civilization ಯ Legacy ಇ(??) Foundation ಹೊ(??) ಕೊ(??)?
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Indus Valley Civilization- Influence- Indian subcontinent- History- Culture ಮೇ(??) Shape ಮ(??)?
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Indus Valley Civilization 's influence extended to the development of languages like Greek, Latin, and Avestan. Which field was NOT influenced by this civilization?
Indus Valley Civilization 's influence extended to the development of languages like Greek, Latin, and Avestan. Which field was NOT influenced by this civilization?
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Indus Valley Civilization's legacy in modern times includes innovations in which of the following fields?
Indus Valley Civilization's legacy in modern times includes innovations in which of the following fields?
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The Indus Valley Civilization: Shaping Ancient India
The Indian subcontinent, encompassing the modern nations of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, is home to one of the world's oldest and most influential civilizations. The Indus Valley Civilization, spanning from approximately 2600 to 1900 BCE (or potentially until 1750 BCE), played a pivotal role in shaping ancient India.
Origins and Early Development
Human presence in the Indian subcontinent dates back over 250,000 years. Around 7000 BCE, the earliest agriculturalists and pastoralists emerged. By 3500–2600 BCE, the Indus Valley Civilization emerged, encompassing present-day Pakistan and northwestern India. This period saw the development of a sophisticated and unified urban culture.
The Indus Valley Civilization
The Indus Valley Civilization was centered in the valley of the Indus River, with major cities such as Mohenjo-Daro, Harappa, and Kalibangan. This civilization was highly organized, demonstrating features such as:
- Planned urban developments.
- Standardized weights and measures.
- The use of a still-undeciphered script.
- Advanced craft technologies.
Unfortunately, the script has not been fully deciphered, leaving much of this civilization's history a mystery.
Decline and Aftermath
The Indus Valley Civilization appears to have declined in the early centuries of the second millennium BCE, possibly due to environmental changes. However, the Indo-Aryan culture, which originated around 1500 BCE, began to dominate the region. Indo-Aryan culture is associated with Sanskrit, the language from which Greek, Latin, and Avestan (the ancient language of Persia) are derived.
Legacy and Influence
The Indus Valley Civilization laid the foundation for the development of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. These religions, alongside the arrival of Islam in the 8th century CE, have shaped the cultural, intellectual, and religious landscape of the Indian subcontinent.
The Indus Valley Civilization's legacy extends to modern times, with inventions and innovations such as drainage and sewer systems, public pools, mathematics, veterinary science, and plastic surgery. Its influence continues to shape India's history, enriching its diverse and complex culture.
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Explore the origins, features, decline, and legacy of the Indus Valley Civilization, a key player in shaping ancient India. Learn about its planned urban developments, advanced craft technologies, and the influence it had on religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
