Name: The Discovery of Harappa
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 5 min 53 s
Description: Old buildings aren't just ruins! They may have a fascinating story to tell. Let’s briefly learn about the discovery and timelines of the Harappan civilisation.

Question

Compare the Indus Valley and the Aryan Civilisations.

Accepted Answer

The Indus Valley Civilisation and Aryan Civilisation are different in the following manners -

The Indus Valley Civilisation was an ancient urban civilisation, whereas that of Aryans was rural in character.

The Harappan people were peace-loving in nature, whereas the Aryans were warriors.

The Harappan people believed in idol worship and worshipped the images of Lord Shiva and Mother Goddess, whereas Aryans did not believe in idol worship but worshipped different sources in nature.

The Harappan people worshipped one-humped bulls, but the Aryans considered cows sacred.

The Harappan people did not know how to use horses, but the Aryans used horses in war and also to cover long distances.

The Harappan people used copper and bronze for making utensils, artefacts, etc., whereas the Aryans extensively used iron for making swords and other items.

Compare the Indus Valley and the Aryan Civilisations.

Important Questions on The First Cities : The Harappan Civilisation

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