How did the Indus Valley Civilization contribute to urban planning in ancient India?

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The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) is well known for sustainable urban planning that contributed to the development of cities in ancient India.

This civilization reflects the excellent development of cities in ancient India by contributing in many ways:

  • Modern drainage system

The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) developed an advanced drainage system with underground drainage that helps to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

  • Private homes and community areas

The houses and community were designed with proper and private bathing spaces and advanced drainage systems.

The clean and proper areas for market and gathering.

  • Standard brick format

Use of high-quality big bricks in construction contributes to urbanization.

  • systematic urban design

The construction of cities with proper grid systems and clean and wide streets reflects the best outcome in urban planning.

The other innovations of the Indus Valley Civilization:

  • Water Conservation

The IVC Indus Valley Civilization established advanced water conservation techniques like water harvesting, etc., that proved to be the best decision in urban planning.

  • Sanitation

The IVC Indus Valley civilization focused on public sanitation and their personal hygiene.

  • Division of Cities

The cities were divided accordingly for residential and industrial activities.

So, now we can see how wonderfully the Indus Valley civilization contributes to well-developed cities.

answered 7 days ago by Himanshi Gupta

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