The Harappan civilization was a "technological powerhouse" that laid the foundation for sophisticated urban living in ancient South Asia. In light of this statement, discuss the key characteristics underlying the Bronze Age culture.
Introduction
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Harappan civilization existed between 2500 BCE to 1600 BCE in the Indus valley region and marks the testament of technological brilliance.
Technological breakthroughs:
① Modern and extremely efficient drainage system → Interconnected & sustainable eg. Mohenjo-daro
② Exquisite urban planning → 90% of intersections and tiered model of urban cuts → Street A → Street B eg. Mohenjodaro
③ Beads and carnelian masonry adornment → ensured production capacity and technology. eg. Rangpur
④ Lost wax technique of Bronze sulphate & Exquisite patterns & methodology eg. dancing girl from Mohenjodaro
⑤ Agricultural Achievement → modern plough Terracotta model eg. Kalibangan → irrigated & ploughed fields at Chanudaro
⑥ Textiles and cotton fabric weaving → novel method of weaving eg.
⑦ Modern Roofyards & records of Navigation pushes eg. [illegible]
⑧ Effective Pottery designs and techniques, eg. NBPW
— Rishul Neema · AIR 267
Conclusion
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- Comprehensive coverage of technological aspects
- Uses multiple case studies from different Harappan sites
- Well-structured enumerated points
- Connects to contemporary relevance
Rishul Neema
Pre-history and Ancient Indian History
Pre Vedic
Harappan Civilization and Bronze Age Culture
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