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Indus Valley Civilization (IVC)
Science and Technology

Harappans excelled in urban planning, advanced water management system, metallurgy,
pottery, textiles, and advanced craftsmanship, showcasing remarkable technological
advancements.
Metallurgy
The Harappans were advanced in

metallurgy, particularly in creating bronze
sculptures, such as the famous Dancing
Girl statue.
Copper was sourced from the Khetri

copper mines in Rajasthan, while tin was
obtained from Afghanistan, indicating
trade networks for raw materials.
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Advanced Water Systems
The Harappans were pioneers in water

management, constructing wells in public and
private spaces and building large reservoirs
for water storage.
Notable examples include the water reservoir

at Dholavira and the Great Bath at
Mohenjodaro.
Craftsmanship
Harappans excelled in various crafts, including:
Stone Statues
Stone statues found at Harappa and Mohenjodaro are refined
and show mastery in three-dimensional volumes.
Bust of a bearded priest
Stone statues found at Harappa and Mohenjodaro are refined and

show mastery in three-dimensional volumes.
Bronze Casting
Bronze statues were crafted using the lost-wax technique.
Dancing Girl: A prominent bronze statue.
Animal Figures: Bronze buffalo, goat,
and bull statues found in major
Harappan sites like Mohenjodaro,
Lothal, and Kalibangan.
Bronze dancing girl
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The tradition of metal casting continued in later periods at sites like Daimabad.
Terracotta Art
Terracotta figures were more simplistic and crude
Mother goddess, terracotta
A terracotta figurine
compared to stone or bronze.
Mother Goddess figures: Most common terracotta
representations.
Other Figures: Bearded males, horned deities, toy
carts, whistles, birds, and animals.
Terracotta masks of deities were also found.
Seals
Thousands of seals made from steatite, agate, chert,

copper, and terracotta.
Depicted animals like unicorns, tigers, elephants, and
bulls, often with intricate designs.
Pashupati Seal: Depicts a seated human figure with
surrounding animals, identified by some scholars as
a male deity.
Copper Tablets: Square or rectangular, with animals
or human figures, possibly used as amulets.
Pottery
Harappan pottery includes fine wheel-made ware, with

minimal hand-made items.
Plain Pottery: Red clay with or without a fine slip.
Painted Ware: Geometric and animal motifs in black
paint.
Polychrome Pottery: Rare, often decorated with red,
black, green, and occasionally white/yellow.
Perforated Pottery: Likely used for straining
beverages.
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Beads and Ornaments
Harappan people decorated themselves with various

ornaments.
Materials used: Gold, semi-precious stones,

copper, faience, bone, and baked clay.
Necklaces, bracelets, earrings: Found at

Mohenjodaro and Lothal.
Bead Industry: Well-developed, with factories at

Chanhudaro and Lothal.
Beads: Made from carnelian, lapis lazuli, turquoise, and more. They came in various
shapes and sizes, often intricately designed.
Textiles
Evidence of spinning with spindles and spindle whorls

found at Harappan sites.
Clothing: Two-piece attire similar to dhoti and shawl.
Conclusion
The Harappan Civilization showcases remarkable advances in social organization, religious
practices, science, and technology. Despite the limited evidence due to the undeciphered
script, the archaeological findings reveal a complex society with diverse cultural and
religious beliefs, advanced craftsmanship, and intricate social structures.
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Indus Valley Civilization (IVC)

Science and Technology

The Harappans were advanced in

Copper was sourced from the Khetri

Advanced Water Systems

The Harappans were pioneers in water

Notable examples include the water reservoir

Stone statues found at Harappa and Mohenjodaro are refined and

Terracotta figures were more simplistic and crude

Mother goddess, terracotta

Thousands of seals made from steatite, agate, chert,

Harappan pottery includes fine wheel-made ware, with

Beads and Ornaments

Harappan people decorated themselves with various

Materials used: Gold, semi-precious stones,

Necklaces, bracelets, earrings: Found at

Bead Industry: Well-developed, with factories at

Evidence of spinning with spindles and spindle whorls

Clothing: Two-piece attire similar to dhoti and shawl.

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