The ancient civilization in Indian sub-continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without a breakdown to the present day. Comment.

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Art forms, literature, architecture from ancient to modern times, temple styles, Buddhist/Jain art, classical dances, music.

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Discovered through overlapping concepts: Continuity of Indian Culture, Indus Valley vs Mesopotamia, Vedic Traditions

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