WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was one of the benefits of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro being built near rivers?
A
Fertile soil for agriculture
B
Fresh water to drink
C
A natural barrier
D
Fish and other wild animals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, a similarly-planned city situated further south, near the banks of the Indus River, are considered part of the same vast civilization, the Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived from 2600 to 1900 BCE.

Detailed explanation-2: -The cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro are believed to be the first in the world to clean the city using drainage and sewer systems. Families were able to get fresh water from wells all around the city and store it in their homes.

Detailed explanation-3: -There were two main advantages that made humans create their civilization next to them: first because they provided a constant source of water for the crops, and they also offered the easiest method of transport that was available during this time era.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Indus Valley Civilization was successful because of its location as it rested on a fertile plain and helped a lot in agriculture. In addition there were also many technological advancements such as urban planning that ensured its success.

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