Harappan Civilization Review

Vocabulary flashcards covering the key terms, locations, and cultural aspects of the Harappan Civilization as per the provided notes.

Indus Valley Civilization

Another name for the Harappan Civilization, noted as one of the world's earliest urban civilizations.

Citadel

Along with the Lower Town, it constitutes the two main parts of Harappan town planning.

Great Bath

A waterproof structure located at Mohenjo-daro used for ritual bathing.

Mesopotamia

The region with which the Harappan Civilization conducted overseas trade.

Lothal

A port city of the Harappan Civilization.

Dancing Girl

A famous statue discovered among the ruins of the Harappan Civilization.

Unicorn

The animal most commonly found on Harappan seals.

Harappan Script

An undeciphered system of writing written from right to left.

Mother Goddess

A primary religious figure worshipped by the Harappan people alongside Pashupati.

Grid pattern

The layout design used for roads in Harappan town planning.

Pashupati

A deity in the Harappan religion, often depicted with sacred trees and animals.

Mohenjo-daro

The location where the Great Bath was discovered.