Question

Explain the statement with reasons.

Harappan civilisation declined.

Answer 1

1. Sir Mortimer Wheeler in his study has concluded that Harappan civilisation was destroyed by Indra, who destroyed the fortified cities.
2. Vedic Aryans destroyed the Harappan cities under the leadership of Indra.
3. The civilisation also declined due to the cumulative effects of factors such as a decline in trade, climatic changes, and weakening of the economy.