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The River Valley Civilisation: Indus Valley Civilisation — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 6 · History & Civics

The River Valley Civilisation: Indus Valley Civilisation revision notes for ICSE Class 6 History & Civics: 4 topics in quick points.

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1

Discovery and Extent

  • Discovered in 1921 by Indian archaeologist Daya Ram Sahni at Harappa.
  • Mohenjodaro was discovered in 1922 by Rakhal Das Banerji in Sindh (now in Pakistan).
  • These discoveries proved that Indian civilisation existed before the arrival of the Aryans.
2

Town Planning and Architecture

  • Cities were divided into two parts: Citadel (upper town) and Lower Town.
  • Citadel was on raised ground and had public buildings like granaries and the Great Bath.
  • Lower Town housed common people with well-built houses.
3

Key Structures

  • The Great Bath at Mohenjodaro was a large, water-tight tank possibly used for religious rituals.
  • It had steps, dressing rooms, and a drainage system.
  • Granaries were large buildings used to store grains, found in both Harappa and Mohenjodaro.
4

Drainage and Sanitation

  • One of the most advanced features of the Indus cities.
  • Each house had a drainage system connected to covered street drains.
  • Drains had manholes for cleaning and were made of bricks with stone covers.

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In 1921The cities were divided intoThe Great Bath at MohenjodaroThe Harappans traded with MesopotamiaThe Harappans worshipped the Mother Goddess

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What are the important topics in The River Valley Civilisation: Indus Valley Civilisation for ICSE Class 6 History & Civics?
Key topics in The River Valley Civilisation: Indus Valley Civilisation include Discovery and Extent, Town Planning and Architecture, Key Structures, Drainage and Sanitation. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise The River Valley Civilisation: Indus Valley Civilisation for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 96 practice questions on The River Valley Civilisation: Indus Valley Civilisation. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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