The Indus Valley Civilization, despite its vast size, remains one of the most obscure ancient cultures. Flourishing around 3300 BC, it was identified as a "pristine" civilization, developing without external influences or conquest. Early settlements, dating back to 4000 BC, utilized irrigated agriculture to harness the fertile Indus River Valley soil, cultivating crops like wheat, barley, and possibly the earliest cotton. At its peak, the Indus Valley Civilization boasted over a hundred towns and villages, with Harappa and Mohenjo-daro as its major cities. Notably, it developed a writing system, the Indus script, which remains undeciphered. The civilization's urban planning featured grid layouts, sophisticated drainage systems, and well-constructed wells and baths, indicating advanced administrative control. Read moreSection: GeneralVideosHistoryRead Later