Q6. Why did the early civilizations develop in river valleys.
Q7. Explain the main features of town planning in the Indus Valley Civilization.
Q8. Write a short note on the economic life of the people of Indus Valley Civilization.
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Ans6- Most civilizations began near rivers and lakes. The people needed the water for drinking and growing plants, a skill learned during the Neolithic Revolution. River Valleys became ideal locations for cities and settlements because of the fertile land surrounding the river beds.
Ans7- Indus people were the first to build planned cities with scientific drainage system. The Indus cities were built on an uniform plan. Town planning was amazing in nature. A few cities have citadels to the West built on higher platform and to the east of which is the hub of residential area.
Ans8-The economy of Indus Valley Civilization was based upon agriculture and trade . They also made Pottery, Weaving. The people were also aware of Gold, Silver, Copper and Bronze They used to trade some of those economies for dealings or for cloths and for particular objects. The Harappans were great agriculturists