25-04-2014, 12:32 PM
Developments Of India From Harappan Civilisation To The Arrival Of British
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About Harappan Civilisation
The Harappan civilization emerges approximately 6000 years ago. They are known to us today largely by the excavations of its two major cities – Harappa and Mahenjo-Daro (literally meaning “the city of the dead”)
The Harappans settle the Indus River Valley, a lush fertile valley suitable for agriculture and little need for extensive irrigation projects, as early as 7000 - 6500 B.C.E. Settlements tend to be scattered and lightly populated (less than 3000 people). By 1500B.C.E., a few larger cities with populations of 80,000 people do exist. They grow wheat, barley , rice, peas, and cotton.