Why is little known about the early Indus River valley civilization in relation to other major civilizations of the ancient world? What explanations can you give for the fall of this civilization?
What influence did this civilization have on the later Aryan civilizations?
The early Indus River valley civilization lasted only a few centuries—which left many unanswered questions about its history and culture. Because the Indus culture disappeared before 1700 B.C.E. and its "script" remains undeciphered, it is still the least understood of the early river valley civilizations.Some scholars think the Indus civilization was destroyed by abnormal flooding (perhaps from careless damming of the Indus), changes in the course of the Indus, collapse of military power, or a long period of desiccation even before the Aryans arrived. Answers will vary regarding the influence of this civilization on later Aryan civilizations.
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