River Valley

The video explores the Harappan culture, focusing on the city's structure, trade, and agriculture. It discusses the challenges faced by Harappa, including floods and the Aryan invasion, leading to its decline. The rediscovery of Harappa in the 1920s and the artefacts found provide insights into the civilization's history.

What was the primary function of the citadel in Harappa?

• It served as a religious center.

• It was a military fortification.

• It was a marketplace.

• It housed the great public bath and assembly halls.

Which of the following best describes the layout of the lower city in Harappa?

• Spiral pattern

• Grid-like pattern

• Random pattern

• Circular pattern

What were some of the main agricultural products cultivated in Harappa?

• Corn and potatoes

• Wheat, rice, and various fruits and vegetables

• Soybeans and lentils

• Barley and oats

Which regions did Harappa trade with?

• China and Japan

• Egypt and Greece

• Rome and Persia

• Mesopotamia, Afghanistan, and other parts of India

What was a significant factor in the decline of Mohenjo-daro?

• Invasion by the Greeks

• Severe floods

• Drought

• Economic collapse

Who were the archaeologists responsible for rediscovering the Harappan site?

• R. D. Banerjee and Sir John Marshall

• Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon

• Heinrich Schliemann and Arthur Evans

• John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood