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Question
Mention any three features that led to the emergence of civilisation.
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Solution
- The ruins of the sites reveal that the Harappan people were primarily urban and their cities were designed skillfully.
- The unique feature of the city was its elaborate drainage system. A brick-lined drainage channel flowed alongside every street.
- The Great Bath was also unearthed. The pool was filled with water taken from a well nearby. The walls of the pool were made watertight using specially-made bricks and gypsum mortar.
- The Great Granary consisted of two blocks with an aisle between them. Each block had six halls with corridors. It was used for storing food grains.
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