SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 33

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Town planning.

Town planning is indeed considered the most unique and defining feature of the Harappan Civilization. Their cities, such as Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa, displayed an extraordinary level of sophistication. This included a meticulously designed grid system for streets, highly standardized brick sizes for construction, and remarkably advanced, covered drainage and sanitation systems. This systematic and uniform approach to urban development, prioritizing hygiene and organized living, distinguishes the Harappan civilization from its contemporaries and highlights its remarkable engineering and administrative capabilities.