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

What occupations and crafts did the Harappans practise?

Accepted Answer

Harappans practised different occupations:

People living in the countryside or villages were agriculturists who grew crops and domesticated cattle. They were suppliers of food to the people in the Harappan cities.

We find remains of a woven cotton cloth and clay needles that suggest that weaving was an important occupation.

Specialised craftsmanship is evident from the variety of ornament remains, that have been unearthed made of shell, terracotta, or gold. Along with these, toy carts, weights, boats, ships, etc., were made by the craftsmen.

Seal making was an important occupation. They were used as stamps when goods were imported and exported to different parts of the world. Pottery making achieved great success in Indus civilisation.

What occupations and crafts did the Harappans practise?

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