VOICED : Saving Pakistan's lost city of Mohenjo Daro

Mohenjo Daro, a site of the ancient Indus civilization, is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Pakistan. It was a highly advanced settlement with sophisticated urban planning, including wells, bathrooms, and waste disposal systems. Despite its historical significance, only a small portion has been excavated, and preservation is challenging due to environmental and human factors. The reasons for the civilization's decline remain unknown, and current efforts focus on protecting existing findings.

Which ancient civilization is Mohenjo Daro associated with?

• Indus Valley

• Egyptian

• Mesopotamian

• Roman

What is one of the key features of the Indus Valley cities?

• Colosseums

• Ziggurats

• Pyramids

• Massive public baths

How were the streets in Indus Valley cities organized compared to Mesopotamian cities?

• They led to a central palace

• They were organized for equal access throughout the city

• They were narrow and winding

• They were built on elevated platforms

What is a major challenge in preserving Mohenjo Daro?

• Lack of historical records

• Environmental and human impact

• Inaccessibility of the site

• Overpopulation

What remains unknown about the Indus civilization?

• The number of cities they built

• The exact location of Mohenjo Daro

• The reason for its decline

• The language they spoke