WORLD CIVILIZATION

Detailed explanation-1: -The Correct Answer is Harappa. The earliest city discovered in India was Harappa. It was excavated in 1920s in the Punjab province of British India. After the excavation of Harappa as the first site, the Indus Valley Civilisation is also known as Harappan Civilisation hereafter.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Harappan Civilisation has its earliest roots in cultures such as that of Mehrgarh, approximately 6000 BC. The two greatest cities, Mohenjo-daro and Harappa, emerged circa 2600 BC along the Indus River valley in Punjab and Sindh.

Detailed explanation-3: -Harappa was discovered in 1921 by Dayaram Sahni. The excavations were done under the guidance of Sir John Marshal and Colonel Meke. Remains of the Harappan civilisation has been found in other cities like Mohen-Jo-Daro, Ropar, and Alamgirpur.

Detailed explanation-4: -One of the oldest cities in the world was discovered in India and present-day Pakistan some 150 years ago! The city which we called Harrapa, had marvellous architecture and art. This whole civilization came to be known as the Indus Valley Civilization.