The Harappans created settlements along the banks of rivers for easy access to water and for agriculture, as rivers enriched the soil, making it fertile for farming.
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Class 6 Social Science Chapter 6 The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation Session 2024-2025.
Why did the Harappans establish their settlements near rivers?
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The Harappans settled near rivers for access to water, fertile land for agriculture, and transportation routes. River proximity supported crop irrigation, facilitated trade, and provided resources essential for sustaining large urban populations.
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