Harappan Civilization

Indus Valley CivilizationIn the late 1800s, British engineers building some of the first railways in the Dominion of India discovered large numbers of bricks buried in the dusty plains of the Punjab. This was odd because historians were not aware of any cities or civilizations which might have constructed buildings in this area. It wasn't until archeological expeditions in the 1920s that it was finally realized that these bricks were the remains of mighty cities built by a previously unknown ancient civilization. Inside you will read about...✓ Discovery ✓ Excavation of Harappa ✓ Origins ✓ Life and Death in the Indus Valley ✓ Downfall of the Indus Valley Civilization And much more! This culture has become known as the Indus Valley Civilization or sometimes the Harappan Civilization, after Harappa, the first city to be discovered. It has proved to be one of the largest ancient cultures, having a population of over five million people at its height and covering an area of one and a half million square kilometers. It also created very large cities, carefully planned and laid out where almost every house had its own bath and flush toilet, thousands of years before such things became common in other parts of the world. Somehow, the Harappans seem to have controlled this vast territory without having a large army or by conquering other weaker cultures, and they did not seem to have a single ruler such as a king or emperor. Then, for reasons that still aren't understood, this culture declined and then vanished so completely that all that was left were piles of bricks in the plains of present-day India and Pakistan. We are still learning about these people, but this is what we know so far about the mysterious Indus Valley Civilization.

Contents: Introduction, The Indus Civilization, Origin and Development of the Indus Civilization, Extent and Distribution of Sites, Customs and Amusements, Indian Types of Pottery Vessels in Dvaravati Culture, Inscriptions in Mohenjo Daro, Cracking the Indus Valley Code, Extension of the Indus Civilization, Economics of the Indus Valley Civilization, The Decline, Causes of the Ruin, Some New Evidences, Mohenjo-daro and Rigveda, Is Indus Valley Civilization Dravidian s or Aryan s?

Relates To History And Culture Of Ancient India And Aims To Make Available The Best Sources On The Subject In Proper Historical Perspective. Has 13 Chapters. Also Covers Indus Valley Civilization In 16 Chapters, Has An Appendix, Map And Illustrations.

This Is A Collection Of Papers Presented By The World`S Greatest Experts On Ancient India`S Earliest Cities. In This Thoroughly Revised And Updated Edition, The Editor, Prof. Gregory L. Possehl Has Introduced Two Completely New Sections: Harappan Archaeology And The Gulf, And Results Of Recent Excavations.

A description of a methodology by which to decipher the writing of the Harappan civilization. The methodology is then applied and the results set forth in detail. There, results coupled with the author's extensive archaeological knowledge of the Indus Civilization creates a picture of ancient South Asian life much of which in content is unique.

This book explores what life was really like for everyday people in the Indus Valley civilization. Using primary sources and information from archeological discoveries, it uncovers some fascinating insights and explodes some myths. Supported by timelines, maps, and references to important events and people, children will really feel they are on a time-traveling journey when reading this book.

Embark on a mesmerizing expedition into the ancient past with our MCQ guide - "Harappan Civilization Unearthed: MCQ Expedition into Ancient Indus Valley." Tailored for history enthusiasts, students, and exam aspirants, this comprehensive resource presents a curated collection of multiple-choice questions that unveil the mysteries and marvels of the Harappan Civilization. Explore the meticulously planned cities, advanced urban infrastructure, and the cultural richness that characterized this ancient civilization. Delve into the script, trade, and societal structures that make the Indus Valley a fascinating chapter in human history. Perfect your understanding of the Harappan Civilization and prepare confidently for exams. Elevate your historical acumen and immerse yourself in the wonders of the ancient Indus Valley with "Harappan Civilization Unearthed: MCQ Expedition into Ancient Indus Valley." Uncover the secrets of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro with precision and depth.

This Slim Volume Is An Attempt To Rouse The Interest Of Students And Non-Specialists In The Early Civilization Of The Greater Indus Valley And Adjoining Regions Of Pakistan And India. The Indus Civilization Is Moreover, Set In The Context Of Contemporary Cultures Of South Asia As Well As Relevant Happenings In Western And Central Asia, In The Attempt To Cast An Overall Perspective. There Are Illustrations Of Site Plans And Of Artifacts, And Maps Assist The Reader To Make A Carefuly Study.