Name: The Discovery of Harappa
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 5 min 53 s
Description: Old buildings aren't just ruins! They may have a fascinating story to tell. Let’s briefly learn about the discovery and timelines of the Harappan civilisation.

Question

Describe the religion of the Indus valley people. Highlight the values behind their religious beliefs and practices.

Accepted Answer

The religion of the Indus Valley People :

Many articles and evidence show that people of the Indus valley civilisation practised idol worship.

They worshipped a female figurine who is identified as Shakti or the Mother Goddess.

They also worship Lord Shiva or Shiva Pashupati. The presence of the animal gives it the name Pashupati. The yogic posture also justifies the title of Maya Yogi. The three-faced figure i.e. Trimukha is also associated with Lord Shiva.

People believed in life after death, so they buried ornaments, vessels, mirrors etc with the dead body.

The people of the Indus valley were very religious and had deep faith in God. As we can see they were peace-loving and calm people.

Yes, these values were cherished by the Harappan people which is visible with the flourishing economic and societal growth, which was one of its kinds during the Bronze Age.

Describe the religion of the Indus valley people. Highlight the values behind their religious beliefs and practices.

Important Questions on The First Cities : The Harappan Civilisation

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