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प्रश्न
With reference to the sources of information about the Harappan Civilisation, describe the significance of the following:
Great Bath
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उत्तर
The Great Bath: The Great Bath at Mohenjo-Daro is a massive structure which throws light on the life of the people and culture of the Harappan Civilisation :
- The construction of the Great Bath indicates that the art of building had reached a high degree of perfection at that time.
- The massive structure points out that there might have existed a ruling class that could mobilize labour, collect taxes, and builds such a huge structure for the public.
- Most of the scholars agree that the Great Bath might have been used for religious purposes. This indicates the importance attached to ceremonial bathing in sacred tanks, pools, and rivers since time immemorial. The design of the Great Bath portrays efficient planning in the structural features relating to water supply and sewage disposal.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention any two sources to reconstruct the Harappan Civilization.
Mention the main evidence to suggest that the Indus Valley people paid great importance to sanitation and health.
Mention three different kinds of Seals discovered at the various sites of the Harappan Valley Civilization.
Mention any two features of the Harappan script.
What evidence is found for us to know about the following:
Dress and Ornaments were worn by the people.
The Seals may be considered as the most valuable finds of the Harappan Civilization. Concentrate on the picture given below and answer the following questions.
(a) What does this Seal depict?
(b) How important are the Seals as sources of information about the Harappan Culture?
Write a note on the religious beliefs and practices of the Harappan people with reference to:
Worship of the Mother Goddess.
Name two important sources of information on the Harappan Civilisation.
With reference to the religious belief of the Harappans, state the following:
Worship of Nature.
The Seals may be considered as the most valuable finds of the Harappan Civilization. In this context give:
Reasons why the Seals are important.
