WORLD CIVILIZATION

Detailed explanation-1: -The Harappan civilisation was characterised by its grid-based town planning system, in which streets and alleys cut across one another virtually at right angles, separating the city into many rectangular blocks. Harappa, Mohenjodaro, and Kalibangan each had their own castle erected on a high mud-brick pedestal.

Detailed explanation-2: -i) Each city was divided into two parts-the raised area called the ‘Citadel’ and the ‘lower town. ‘ ii) The main streets followed a grid pattern running from north to south or from east to west. iii) The houses at street corners were rounded to allow carts to pass easily.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Harappan culture was distinguished by its system of town planning. The drainage system of Mohenjodaro was very impressive. In almost all cities every big or small house had its own courtyard and bathroom. The street drains were equipped with manholes.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Indus Valley civilization cities of Mohenjo-daro and Harappa are believed to be the world’s earliest planned cities. They were laid out in a grid-like pattern similar to modern day cities such as New York.