Understanding Urban Planning in the Indus Valley Civilization
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This worksheet explores the urban planning features of the Indus Valley cities through a timeline and chronology activity, encouraging students to analyse and compare different aspects of city development.
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Understanding Urban Planning in the Indus Valley Civilization
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Timeline of Urban Development in the Indus Valley
The Indus Valley civilization, also known as the Harappan civilization, was one of the world's earliest urban societies. It developed around 2600 BCE and declined around 1900 BCE. Major cities like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro exemplified advanced urban planning. These cities featured grid layouts, sophisticated drainage systems, and standardized building materials.
Source A: Archaeological Evidence of City Planning
'Excavations at Mohenjo-Daro reveal a well-planned city with straight streets, a citadel, and a drainage system that suggests advanced engineering skills.' Provenance: Archaeological report, 2000.
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