Question

Explain the features of harappan cities

Answer 1

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The Harappan cities were generally divided into two main parts - the raised area; known as the 'Citadel', and the lower town. The Citadel was more in height because the buildings in it were built on mud brick platforms. This area was separated from the lower town by a wall.

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Answer 2

The cities Harappa, Mohenjodaro, and Lothal all had two parts.These cities were known as Harappan cities.

Parts of the Harappan Cities

• The part of the city to the west was higher.It was used by the administrators. The ruins of a big building, probably an assembly hall,were discovered here.
• The part of the city to the east was lower and was inhabited by the common people. The ruins of many buildings that might have been houses were unearthed here.

Houses were built along both sides of planned streets. They were of varying structures. Some houses had only one room, whereas others had more rooms, a courtyard and a well. Every house had a toilet.The drainage system was another feature of these cities. The waste water from the houses was let out into the drains. These drains were connected to the main drain of the street. The drains were built of burnt bricks and covered with stone slabs. Effective drainage systems existed even in small towns and villages.