Urban Planning in the Indus Valley Civilisation
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This worksheet focuses on the urban planning aspects of the Indus Valley Civilisation. Students will read about the features of Indus cities and answer questions to develop their understanding of ancient city planning.
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Urban Planning in the Indus Valley Civilisation
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Urban Planning in the Indus Valley Civilisation
The Indus Valley Civilisation, which flourished around 2500 BCE, is renowned for its advanced urban planning. Cities like Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa featured grid-like streets, sophisticated drainage systems, and well-organized residential and public areas. The cities were built with baked brick and had walls for protection. The Great Bath in Mohenjo-Daro is an example of the importance placed on water management and cleanliness. The layout of these cities suggests a high level of planning and social organization, with a focus on hygiene, safety, and efficient use of space.
Source A: Archaeological Findings
'The cities of the Indus Valley were carefully planned with straight streets intersecting at right angles, indicating a well-thought-out urban design. The drainage system was highly advanced, with covered drains running along the main streets.' Provenance: Report from an archaeological excavation, 2020.
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