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Question
Harappan Civilization was a highly developed urban civilization. Discuss the significant features of this Civilization with reference to: The Dwelling Houses.
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Solution
In the context of the given headings, the significant features of Harappan Civilization are discussed below:
The Dwelling-Houses: On either side of the streets, a number of dwelling-houses were constructed. The houses were of different sizes and were built on raised platforms as a protection against the danger of expected floods. The houses were got built with that of burnt-bricks and were furnished with paved floors. The rooms were built around an open courtyard which was an important feature of their house planning. The houses maintained wells and bathrooms and were provided with covered drains connected with street drains. The bathroom was placed on the street-side and its floors sloped to the comer where the drain carried off the wastewater.
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