63rd B.P.S.C. (Pre.) 2017

What is the most significant feature of the Indus Valley Civilization?

aBurnt brick buildings
bFirst true arches
cBuildings of worship
dArt and architecture
eNone of the above/More than one of the above✓ Correct

Explanation

The main feature of the Indus Valley Civilization is considered to be town planning. Here, cities and towns were established according to a fixed plan. Among the buildings made of burnt bricks, the Great Bath and the Granary of Mohenjodaro. Their surfaces were made of burnt bricks and were joined with gypsum. Buildings made of burnt bricks, planned architecture, and advanced trade and commerce were the major characteristics of this civilization. It is noteworthy that, unlike ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia and Egypt, clear evidence of places of worship is not found in the Harappan Civilization. Similarly, the first true arch in India is seen in Balban’s tomb. Therefore, option (e) is the correct answer.

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