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Indian Heritage & CultureEXAMINEYear 202510 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder
Discuss the salient features of the Harappan architecture.
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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: Harappan Architecture, Town Planning, Great Bath & Granaries
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