[Ancient History - One Liner]*Chapter 3. The Harappan Civilization

 

[Ancient History - One Liner]*Chapter 3. The Harappan Civilization

One Liner of Ancient History - The Harappan Civilization

Here are 50 questions and one-liner answers about the Harappan Civilization based on the Ancient History:

Que. What is another name for the Harappan Civilization?

Ans: Indus Civilization.

Que. Where did the Harappan Civilization primarily flourish?

Ans: Along the Indus River Valley.

Que. During what period did the Harappan Civilization reach its peak?

Ans: 2500 BCE to 1900 BCE.

Que. What were the Harappans renowned for in their cities?

Ans: Advanced urban planning.

Que. Name two major cities of the Harappan Civilization.

Ans:  Harappa and Mohenjo-daro.

Que. What characterized the layout of Harappan streets?

Ans: Well-planned streets intersecting at right angles.

Que. What was a significant public structure found in Mohenjo-daro?

Ans: The Great Bath.

Que. What was the purpose of granaries in Harappan cities?

Ans: Ensured food security.

Que. What was the earliest known settlement of the Harappan Civilization?

Ans: Kot Diji.

Que. What is a notable feature of Kot Diji?

Ans: Fortified citadel.

Que. Which Harappan site showed both urban and rural aspects?

Ans: Kalibangan.

Que. What agricultural practices were evident in Kalibangan?

Ans: Granaries and agricultural practices.

Que. Which site represents the early phases of the Harappan Civilization?

Ans: Rupar.

Que. What kind of structures were well-preserved in Banawali?

Ans:  Granaries and circular structures.

Que. Which Harappan sites suggest maritime connections?

Ans:  Lothal, Surkotada, Dholavira.

Que. What significant maritime structure was found at some Harappan sites?

Ans:  Dockyard.

Que. Approximately how large were the larger Harappan cities?

Ans:  Around 100 hectares.

Que. Which was the largest known Harappan city?

Ans:  Mohenjo-daro.

Que. What can the Harappan sites help us understand?

Ans:  Urban planning, trade, agriculture, technology.

Que. What was the Pre-Harappan stage primarily characterized by?

Ans:  Nomadic lifestyle transitioning to settled agriculture.

Que. What is a key site of the Pre-Harappan stage?

Ans:  Mehrgarh.

Que. What marked the Early-Harappan stage?

Ans:  Growth of large villages and early towns.

Que. Name two key sites of the Early-Harappan stage.

Ans:  Amri and Kot Diji.

Que. What was a defining feature of the Mature Harappan Stage?

Ans:  Sophisticated urban planning.

Que. Which site is highlighted as a key site of the Mature Harappan stage?

Ans:  Kalibangan.

Que. What characterized the Late Harappan Stage?

Ans:  Decline of the civilization and trade with other regions.

Que. Which site is noted for its well-preserved port in the Late Harappan Stage?

Ans:  Lothal.

Que. What are some factors believed to have influenced the Harappan evolution?

Ans:  Climate change, social and economic developments, interactions with other cultures.

Que. What was the initial estimated dating of the Harappan Civilization based on Mohenjo-daro?

Ans:  3250-2750 BCE.

Que. What dating method was introduced in the mid-20th century?

Ans:  Radiocarbon dating.

Que. What was Fairservis' revised dating estimate for the Harappan Civilization?

Ans: 2000-1500 BCE.

Que. What was D.P. Agarwal's estimated timeframe for the Harappan Civilization?

Ans: 2300-1750 BCE.

Que. What is the current consensus on the period when the Harappan Civilization flourished?

Ans: Between the 3rd and 2nd millennia BCE.

Que. What was a key feature of Harappan town planning?

Ans: Grid-like layout.

Que. What were the two main divisions of Harappan cities?

Ans: Citadel and lower town.

Que. What material was extensively used for building construction in Harappan cities?

Ans: Burnt bricks.

Que. What ensured sanitation in Harappan cities?

Ans: Sophisticated drainage system.

Que. What was a significant public facility in Mohenjo-daro used for bathing?

Ans: The Great Bath.

Que. What were the primary crops cultivated by the Harappans?

Ans: Wheat, barley, sesame, mustard, and cotton.

Que. Which animals played crucial roles in Harappan agriculture?

Ans: Sheep, goats, and buffalo.

Que. Name a specialized craft practiced by the Harappans.

Ans: Goldsmithing.

Que. With which regions did the Harappans engage in external trade?

Ans: Mesopotamia, Afghanistan, and Iran.

Que. What were common modes of transportation for the Harappans?

Ans: Bullock carts, oxen, boats, and ships.

Que. What were the typical garments of the Harappan people made of?

Ans: Cotton or linen.

Que. What were some forms of recreation for the Harappans?

Ans: Children's toys, fishing, hunting, and bullfighting.

Que. What suggests potential conflict in Harappan society?

Ans:  Presence of weapons.

Que. What material were Harappan seals typically made of?

Ans:  Steatite.

Que. What is a notable characteristic of the Harappan script?

Ans: Undeciphered script.

Que. Which deity is considered a proto-Shiva figure in Harappan religious beliefs?

Ans: Pasupati.

Que. What were some common Harappan burial practices?

Ans: Complete burial, post-cremation burials, pot burials, and coffins.