Which time period is considered to be the mature period of the Indus Valley Civilization?
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3300-1300 BC
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3300-2600 BC
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1900-1300 BC
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2600-1900 BC
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Correct answer
Explanation
The Indus Valley Civilization's mature urban phase (2600-1900 BCE) is when major cities like Mohenjo-daro and Harappa flourished with planned layouts, drainage systems, and standardized weights. The earlier period (3300-2600 BCE) represents the Early Harappan phase with increasing complexity, while 1900-1300 BCE marks the declining Late Harappan period.