Indus Valley civilization

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. Where is Indus Valley civilization?Indus River Valley, covering parts of modern Pakistan and northwestern India
2. How big is Indus Valley civilization?Covered over 1.5 million square kilometers, making it the largest ancient civilization
3. What language do people speak in Indus Valley civilization?The Indus script is undeciphered; the original language(s) remain unknown
4. When was Indus Valley civilization built?Early Harappan phase began around 3300 BCE
5. What is Indus Valley civilization known for?Advanced urban planning, standardized construction, sophisticated water management systems, and undeciphered script
6. What is the population estimate?Estimated to be over 5 million people at its peak

Bronze Age: A historical period characterized by the use of bronze, preceding the Iron Age.
Alluvial Soil: Rich soil deposited by rivers, ideal for agriculture.
Standardization: The process of making things uniform or conforming to a set of rules or specifications.
Undeciphered Script: A system of writing that has not been translated or understood.