Indus Valley Civilization Overview

What period is the Indus Valley Civilization primarily associated with?

• Iron Age

• Stone Age

• Bronze Age

• Copper Age

Which of the following was NOT one of the three earliest civilizations mentioned alongside the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Ancient Egypt

• Mesopotamia

• Roman Empire

• Indus Valley Civilization

In which modern-day countries did the Indus Valley Civilization primarily exist?

• India

• Pakistan

• Afghanistan

• All of the above

Which of the following was a notable characteristic of Indus Valley Civilization cities?

• Simple mud huts

• Lack of organized drainage

• Advanced urban planning

• Limited use of metallurgy

What was the estimated population range for major cities like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro during their peak?

• 1,000-5,000

• 10,000-20,000

• 30,000-60,000

• 100,000-200,000

The Indus Valley Civilization is also known by what other name?

• Mesopotamian Civilization

• Egyptian Civilization

• Harappan Civilization

• Vedic Civilization

The discovery of major Indus Valley sites like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro was a result of archaeological work that began with the founding of which organization?

• British East India Company

• Indian National Congress

• Archaeological Survey of India

• Indus Valley Research Institute

How many major urban sites of the Indus Valley Civilization are currently known?

• Three

• Six

• Ten

• Over one hundred

Which of the following cities was considered one of the world's earliest major urban centers and the largest city of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Harappa

• Dholavira

• Mohenjo-Daro

• Rakhigarhi

What feature was common to both Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, indicating a structured urban design?

• Large open markets

• Centralized temples

• Fortified citadels

• Extensive road networks