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What role did the Indus River play in the development of Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa? VERY SHORT ANSWER

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The first farmers liked living near the river because it kept the land green and fertile for growing crops. These farmers lived together in villages which grew over time into large ancient cities, like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro. The Indus people needed river water to drink, wash and to irrigate their fields.
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The Indus River Valley Civilization, also known as the Harappan civilization, developed the first accurate system of standardized weights and measures, some as accurate as 1.6 mm. Harappans created sculptures, seals, pottery, and jewelry from materials, such as terracotta, metal, and stone.

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