Class 6 Social Science History Chapter 6 – The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation Practice Worksheet

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Practice Worksheet : History Chapter 6 – The Beginnings of Indian Civilization Class 6 Social Science

(CBSE Class 6 Social Science – ‘Exploring Society: India and Beyond‘ Book)

Class 6 Social Science – History Chapter 6 The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation – Practice Worksheet

Class 6 Social Science – Exploring Society: India and Beyond
Theme B: Tapestry of the Past
History Chapter 6: The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation
Complete Worksheet for Class 6 Social Science – Chapter 6 : The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation (Exploring Society: India and Beyond Textbook).

WORKSHEET – The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation

Name: ____________ Class: ______ Date: ____________

SECTION A – Multiple Choice Questions (1 × 10 = 10)

  1. The earliest civilisation of the Indian Subcontinent is known as
    a) Vedic Civilisation
    b) Mauryan Civilisation
    c) Indus-Sarasvatī Civilisation
    d) Gupta Civilisation
  2. A civilisation must have
    a) Only agriculture
    b) Only villages
    c) Urban planning and administration
    d) Only religious buildings
  3. The Harappan civilisation flourished around
    a) 6000 BCE
    b) 2600–1900 BCE
    c) 1500 BCE
    d) 500 BCE
  4. The first city of this civilisation to be excavated was
    a) Mohenjo-daro
    b) Dholavira
    c) Harappa
    d) Lothal
  5. The Sarasvatī River is today known as
    a) Ganga
    b) Yamuna
    c) Ghaggar-Hakra
    d) Narmada
  6. Harappan cities were known for
    a) Circular streets
    b) Random planning
    c) Well-planned streets and drainage
    d) Only mud huts
  7. The Great Bath was found at
    a) Harappa
    b) Lothal
    c) Mohenjo-daro
    d) Kalibangan
  8. Dholavira is famous for
    a) Temples
    b) Reservoirs
    c) Forts
    d) Palaces
  9. The Harappans were the first in Eurasia to grow
    a) Rice
    b) Cotton
    c) Sugarcane
    d) Tea
  10. The Harappan civilisation declined around
    a) 3000 BCE
    b) 1900 BCE
    c) 1000 BCE
    d) 500 BCE

SECTION B – Fill in the Blanks (1 × 10 = 10)

  1. A civilisation is an __________ stage of human society.
  2. The Harappan civilisation is also called the __________ civilisation.
  3. The Indus River made the land __________ for farming.
  4. The Harappans are known for their excellent __________ planning.
  5. The Great Bath had waterproofing made from __________.
  6. The Harappans built an advanced __________ system.
  7. Dholavira had large water storage structures called __________.
  8. The Harappans grew crops like wheat, barley and __________.
  9. Lothal is believed to have had a __________ for ships.
  10. One major reason for decline was __________ change.

SECTION C – True or False (1 × 10 = 10)

  1. The Harappans had a strong system of town planning.
  2. The Sarasvatī River flows throughout the year today.
  3. Most Harappan houses had bathrooms.
  4. The Great Bath was definitely a swimming pool.
  5. Harappans used bricks for building houses.
  6. Trade was limited only within their own cities.
  7. Carnelian beads were popular Harappan ornaments.
  8. Harappans did not know how to work with metals.
  9. The civilisation declined partly due to environmental changes.
  10. Harappan culture completely disappeared after the decline.

SECTION D – Match the Following (5 × 1 = 5)

Column A | Column B
Harappa | First excavated city
Mohenjo-daro | Great Bath
Dholavira | Reservoir system
Lothal | Dockyard
Sarasvatī | Ghaggar-Hakra

SECTION E – Very Short Answer Questions (2 × 5 = 10)

  1. What is meant by civilisation?
  2. Name any two rivers important to the Harappans.
  3. Why were Harappan cities built near rivers?
  4. What was special about Harappan drainage systems?
  5. Name two crops grown by the Harappans.

SECTION F – Short Answer Questions (3–4 sentences) (3 × 5 = 15)

  1. Describe the town planning of Harappan cities.
  2. Explain the importance of water management in Dholavira.
  3. What do we learn about Harappan food habits from excavations?
  4. How do seals help us understand Harappan trade?
  5. Mention two reasons for the decline of the Harappan civilisation.

SECTION G – Long Answer Questions (More than 6 sentences) (5 × 2 = 10)

  1. What features make the Indus-Sarasvatī civilisation an advanced civilisation?
  2. Describe the trade system of the Harappans and its importance.

SECTION H – Map/Activity Based Question (5 Marks)

Look at a map of India and mark the following Harappan sites:

Harappa
Mohenjo-daro
Dholavira
Lothal
Kalibangan

WORKSHEET WITH ANSWERS

Class 6 Social Science – Exploring Society: India and Beyond
Theme B: Tapestry of the Past
Chapter 6: The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation

Name: ____________ Class: ______ Date: ____________

SECTION A – Multiple Choice Questions (1 × 10 = 10)

  1. The earliest civilisation of the Indian Subcontinent is known as
    a) Vedic Civilisation
    b) Mauryan Civilisation
    c) Indus-Sarasvatī Civilisation
    d) Gupta Civilisation
    Answer: c) Indus-Sarasvatī Civilisation
  2. A civilisation must have
    a) Only agriculture
    b) Only villages
    c) Urban planning and administration
    d) Only religious buildings
    Answer: c) Urban planning and administration
  3. The Harappan civilisation flourished around
    a) 6000 BCE
    b) 2600–1900 BCE
    c) 1500 BCE
    d) 500 BCE
    Answer: b) 2600–1900 BCE
  4. The first city of this civilisation to be excavated was
    a) Mohenjo-daro
    b) Dholavira
    c) Harappa
    d) Lothal
    Answer: c) Harappa
  5. The Sarasvatī River is today known as
    a) Ganga
    b) Yamuna
    c) Ghaggar-Hakra
    d) Narmada
    Answer: c) Ghaggar-Hakra
  6. Harappan cities were known for
    a) Circular streets
    b) Random planning
    c) Well-planned streets and drainage
    d) Only mud huts
    Answer: c) Well-planned streets and drainage
  7. The Great Bath was found at
    a) Harappa
    b) Lothal
    c) Mohenjo-daro
    d) Kalibangan
    Answer: c) Mohenjo-daro
  8. Dholavira is famous for
    a) Temples
    b) Reservoirs
    c) Forts
    d) Palaces
    Answer: b) Reservoirs
  9. The Harappans were the first in Eurasia to grow
    a) Rice
    b) Cotton
    c) Sugarcane
    d) Tea
    Answer: b) Cotton
  10. The Harappan civilisation declined around
    a) 3000 BCE
    b) 1900 BCE
    c) 1000 BCE
    d) 500 BCE
    Answer: b) 1900 BCE

SECTION B – Fill in the Blanks (1 × 10 = 10)

  1. A civilisation is an advanced stage of human society.
  2. The Harappan civilisation is also called the Indus-Sarasvatī civilisation.
  3. The Indus River made the land fertile for farming.
  4. The Harappans are known for their excellent town planning.
  5. The Great Bath had waterproofing made from bitumen.
  6. The Harappans built an advanced drainage system.
  7. Dholavira had large water storage structures called reservoirs.
  8. The Harappans grew crops like wheat, barley and millets.
  9. Lothal is believed to have had a dockyard for ships.
  10. One major reason for decline was climatic change.

SECTION C – True or False (1 × 10 = 10)

  1. The Harappans had a strong system of town planning.
    Answer: True
  2. The Sarasvatī River flows throughout the year today.
    Answer: False
  3. Most Harappan houses had bathrooms.
    Answer: True
  4. The Great Bath was definitely a swimming pool.
    Answer: False
  5. Harappans used bricks for building houses.
    Answer: True
  6. Trade was limited only within their own cities.
    Answer: False
  7. Carnelian beads were popular Harappan ornaments.
    Answer: True
  8. Harappans did not know how to work with metals.
    Answer: False
  9. The civilisation declined partly due to environmental changes.
    Answer: True
  10. Harappan culture completely disappeared after the decline.
    Answer: False

SECTION D – Match the Following (5 × 1 = 5)

Column AColumn B
HarappaFirst excavated city
Mohenjo-daroGreat Bath
DholaviraReservoir system
LothalDockyard
SarasvatīGhaggar-Hakra

Answer:

Harappa – First excavated city
Mohenjo-daro – Great Bath
Dholavira – Reservoir system
Lothal – Dockyard
Sarasvatī – Ghaggar-Hakra

SECTION E – Very Short Answer Questions

  1. What is meant by civilisation?
    Answer: A civilisation is an advanced stage of human society with organised government, cities, trade, writing, and cultural development.
  2. Name any two rivers important to the Harappans.
    Answer: The Indus River and the Sarasvatī River.
  3. Why were Harappan cities built near rivers?
    Answer: Rivers provided water for drinking, farming, and transport. They also made the soil fertile for agriculture.
  4. What was special about Harappan drainage systems?
    Answer: The Harappans built covered drains connected to houses. Wastewater was carried away efficiently, showing high civic sense.
  5. Name two crops grown by the Harappans.
    Answer: Wheat and barley.

SECTION F – Short Answer Questions (3–4 sentences)

  1. Describe the town planning of Harappan cities.
    Answer: Harappan cities were carefully planned with straight, wide streets crossing at right angles. The cities had two parts — an upper town and a lower town. Houses were built with baked bricks and had proper drainage systems. Public buildings and storage areas were also well organised.
  2. Explain the importance of water management in Dholavira.
    Answer: Dholavira had large reservoirs to store rainwater. These were connected by channels for efficient water use. This shows the Harappans planned for dry conditions. It helped people survive in a region with less rainfall.
  3. What do we learn about Harappan food habits from excavations?
    Answer: Excavations show they ate wheat, barley, millets, and rice. They consumed pulses, vegetables, dairy products, and meat. Remains of turmeric and ginger suggest use of spices. Their diet was balanced and varied.
  4. How do seals help us understand Harappan trade?
    Answer: Seals were used to mark goods and identify traders. They had animal symbols and writing signs. This shows organised trade and record keeping. Some seals have been found in distant lands, proving foreign trade.
  5. Mention two reasons for the decline of the Harappan civilisation.
    Answer: Climatic change reduced rainfall and affected farming. The Sarasvatī River dried up, leading to abandonment of cities. These environmental problems forced people to move to villages.

SECTION G – Long Answer Questions (More than 6 sentences)

  1. What features make the Indus-Sarasvatī civilisation an advanced civilisation?
    Answer: The Indus-Sarasvatī civilisation had well-planned cities with straight roads and drainage systems. There was a proper system of administration to manage cities. The people were skilled in crafts such as bead-making, pottery, and metallurgy. Trade was carried out within the region and with distant lands. They developed writing, seen on seals. Water management systems like reservoirs and wells show scientific planning. Agriculture was strong enough to support both villages and cities.
  2. Describe the trade system of the Harappans and its importance.
    Answer: The Harappans traded both within their civilisation and with distant regions. They used land routes, rivers, and sea routes for transport. Lothal had a dockyard, which shows maritime trade. They exported beads, ornaments, cotton, and other goods. They imported materials like copper. Seals were used to mark goods and identify traders. Trade helped in economic growth and cultural exchange.

SECTION H – Map/Activity Based Question

Answer: Students should correctly mark:
Harappa – Pakistan (Punjab region)
Mohenjo-daro – Sindh (Pakistan)
Dholavira – Gujarat
Lothal – Gujarat
Kalibangan – Rajasthan

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