Indus Valley Civilization: A Cradle of Civilization

Mohenjo-daro was the largest and most important city of the Indus Valley Civilization, and is considered to have been its capital.

The people of the Indus Valley Civilization were primarily engaged in agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship.

The Indus Valley Civilization was located along the Indus River, and boats were the primary form of transportation.

Wheat was the most important crop cultivated by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization.

The Indus Valley Civilization was ruled by an oligarchy, a small group of wealthy and powerful individuals.

The people of the Indus Valley Civilization did not practice any of the major religions that are practiced in India today.

Pottery was the main form of art produced by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization.

The Indus Script was the main form of writing used by the people of the Indus Valley Civilization.

The decline of the Indus Valley Civilization was likely caused by a combination of climate change, invasion, and disease.

The Indus Valley Civilization was discovered in the 20th century.

John Marshall was the first person to excavate the ruins of the Indus Valley Civilization.

Taxila is not located in the Indus Valley.

The Great Bath at Mohenjo-daro was used for religious ceremonies, public bathing, and water storage.

The Indus Valley Civilization's extensive network of canals was used for irrigation, transportation, and flood control.

The Indus Valley Civilization's system of weights and measures was used for trade, taxation, and construction.