Ancient India - Indus Valley Civilization and Vedic Age

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What is another name for the Indus Valley Civilization?

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Harappan Civilization

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Name two major cities of the Indus Valley Civilization.

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Harappa and Mohenjo-daro

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What were the people of the Indus Valley Civilization known for?

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Planned cities, drainage systems, pottery, and seals.

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What was the main occupation of the people during the Vedic Age?

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Agriculture and cattle raising.

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What system was introduced during the Vedic Age?

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The caste system.

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In what language were the Vedas written?

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Sanskrit.

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When did the Indo-Aryans come to India?

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Around 1500 CE.

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What caused the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?

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Climate change, floods, or invasion.

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What were written/composed during the Vedic Age?

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The Vedas

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What were the main features of the urban planning in the Indus Valley Civilization?

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Grid layout, advanced drainage systems, and standardized fired bricks.