The Harappan Civilsation was known for ldquo town planning rdquo Which of the following is are true ...........

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The Harappan Civilsation was known for “town planning”. Which of the following is/are true regarding town planning?

1. Citadel was built on a high podium of mud brick located on the east side of the settlement.

2. Lower city contained residential areas of the ruled and poor.

Select the correct code from below.

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Harappa is located near the Ravi River, which is a tributary of the upper Indus region. The western mound of Harappa, smaller in size, represented the citadel.
The patterns of settlements were based on the behavior of rivers which is based around the flood plain ecology, regional trade over rivers, favorable climate for daily life, access to trade routes and natural resources etc.
Easy access to water table near rivers and arable land due to alluvial soil encourages human habitation.