Indus Valley Civilization
Introduction
The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) was a Bronze Age civilization in the northwestern regions of South Asia, lasting from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE.
It flourished in the basins of the Indus River, which flows through the length of Pakistan.
Key Sites in Pakistan:
Mohenjo-daro (Sindh) - The "Mound of the Dead"*
- Harappa (Punjab)
Mehrgarh (Balochistan) - Pre-Harappan site*
Achievements:
The civilization is noted for its:
1. Urban Planning: Sophisticated grid patterns.
2. Drainage Systems: Elaborate underground systems.
3. Standardized Measures: Uniform weights and measures for trade.
4. Seal Carving: Famous soapstone seals with animal motifs.