Question

What have we learned about Harappan civilization?

Answer 1

The Indus people made intricate jewellery. These pieces are made from gold and agate (a coloured mineral stone). Indus traders carried bangles and ear studs, like these, in their trading packs. Indus potters made plain everyday pots, and fine decorated pots like this one.

Answer 2

The Harappan civilization was located in the Indus River valley. Its two large cities, Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, were located in present-day Pakistan's Punjab and Sindh provinces, respectively. Its extent reached as far south as the Gulf of Khambhat and as far east as the Yamuna (Jumna) River.