πΊ Chapter 02 Β· Ancient India Β· Indian History
Prehistoric India & Indus Valley Civilisation
Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic ages; Harappan culture β town planning, trade, script, religion, and decline. Complete UPSC & PSC notes.
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π What You Will Learn in This Chapter
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Stone Age β Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic
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Chalcolithic and Bronze Age cultures
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IVC β extent, major sites, town planning
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Harappan economy, trade, crafts
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Harappan script, religion, social life
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Decline of IVC β theories
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UPSC Prelims (2β3 Qs/year)APPSC Group 1 & 2TGPSC Group 1 & 2SSC CGL / CHSLState PSC Exams
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Topic 01
Prehistoric India β Stone Age Cultures
Palaeolithic (Old Stone Age), Mesolithic, Neolithic, Chalcolithic β tools, sites, lifestyle, and transition to settled life.
Topic 02
Indus Valley Civilisation β Extent & Sites
IVC extent (2600β1900 BCE), major sites β Harappa, Mohenjo-daro, Lothal, Dholavira, Kalibangan, Rakhigarhi.
Topic 03
Harappan Town Planning & Architecture
Grid pattern, Great Bath, granaries, drainage system, two-storey houses, citadel vs lower town β urban planning excellence.
Topic 04
Harappan Economy, Trade & Crafts
Agriculture, animal husbandry, trade with Mesopotamia, standardised weights, seals, pottery, metallurgy.
Topic 05
Harappan Script, Religion & Society
Undeciphered script, Pashupati seal, Mother Goddess, fire altars, social structure, and cultural achievements.
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Decline of IVC & Quick Revision
Theories of decline β Aryan invasion, climate change, floods, tectonic activity. Complete chapter revision checklist.
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