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प्रश्न
State any two causes that led to the decline of the Harappan Civilisation.
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उत्तर
(a) Deforestation: Enormous quantity of wood was used in the first civilisation to produce bronze. Jewellry was also made of wood. Wood was needed to bake bricks, pottery, stoneware and to make boats and furniture. These activities lead to deforestation resulting in changes in the climate.
(b) Earthquake: Earthquakes caused changes in the course of the Indus river which led to the inundation of the hinterland of Mohenjo-Daro
संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention any two important centres of the Indus Valley Civilization.
What evidence has been found to suggest that the Harappan people were familiar with the art of writing?
What do you know about the trade and commercial activities of the Harappan people?
With reference to the art and craft of the Harappan people, explain their achievements in the following fields:
The Art of Carving.
Why is the Harappan Civilisation called so?
Name any three animals worshiped by the Harappans.
In what two respects is Harappan Civilisation our greatest heritage?
With reference to the emergence of civilisation, answer the following question:
What is meant by Civilisation? What are the main traits which mark a civilisation?
In respect of the chief features of the Harappan Civilisation, write short notes on the following:
Common elements between Mohanjo-Daro and Harappan Civilisations.
With reference to public buildings of Harappan Civilisation, answer the following question:
How were the granaries built and what was their importance?
