The Indus or Harappan Civilisation is distinguished from the other contemporary civilisations by its
A. town planning
B. underground drainage system
C. uniformity of weights and measures
D. large agricultural surplus
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
One of the most remarkable features of the Indus valley civilization is that the city was provided with an excellent closed drainage system. Each house had its own drainage and soak pit which was connected to the public drainage. Brick laid channels flowed through every street. They were covered and had manholes at intervals for cleaning and clearing purposes. Large brick culverts with corbelled roofs were constructed on the outskirts of the city to carry excess water. Thus Indus people had a perfect underground drainage system. No other contemporary civilization gave so much attention to cleanliness.Related Questions on Indus Valley Civilisation
The Great Bath of Indus Valley civilisation is found at
A. Harappa
B. Mohenjo-Daro
C. Ropar
D. Kalibangan
The Social System of the Harappans was
A. Fairly egalitarian
B. Slave Labour based
C. Colour Varna based
D. Caste based
Which was the only Indus site with an artificial brick dockyard?
A. Lothal
B. Kalibangan
C. Harappa
D. Mohenjo Daro
Which statement on the Harappan Civilization is correct?
A. Horse sacrifice was known to them
B. Cow was sacred to them
C. Pashupati' was venerated by them
D. The culture was generally static

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