Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Indus Valley Civilization
Noun
/ˈɪndəs ˈvæli sɪvəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition
An ancient civilization located in the northwestern regions of South Asia, primarily present-day Pakistan and northwest India.
Examples
- The Indus Valley Civilization is one of the world’s earliest urban cultures.
- Many artifacts have been uncovered in the Indus Valley, revealing insights into their lifestyle.
- In comparison to contemporaneous civilizations, the Indus Valley Civilization was remarkably advanced in engineering.
Meaning
The Indus Valley Civilization is known for its advanced urban planning, architecture, and social organization, flourishing around 2500 BCE to 1900 BCE.
Synonyms
- Harappan Civilization
- Indus Civilization
- Ancient Indus Society
