Class 6 History – Chapter 4
In the Earliest Cities | NCERT Notes
STAGE 0: Let Us Begin (Foundation)
After people started growing food, some places became very special. These places slowly grew into cities.
This chapter tells us about the earliest cities, their houses, streets, and daily life.
These cities were part of the Harappan civilisation.
STAGE 1: Chapter Explanation (Story Style)
What Were the Earliest Cities?
The earliest cities developed near rivers. People lived together and followed rules to live safely.
Important cities were:
- Harappa
- Mohenjodaro
Planned Cities
The cities were well planned. They had straight roads and clean streets.
Houses
Houses were made of baked bricks. Some houses were big and some were small.
Most houses had:
- Rooms
- Bathrooms
- Courtyards
Drainage System
The cities had very good drainage systems. Dirty water flowed through covered drains.
This shows that people cared about cleanliness.
Great Bath
One special building was the Great Bath. It was probably used for bathing and religious purposes.
Food and Occupation
People ate wheat, barley, fruits, and vegetables.
They worked as:
- Farmers
- Potters
- Traders
- Craftsmen
Trade
People traded goods with other places. They used seals and weights for trade.
STAGE 2: NCERT Textbook Questions & Answers
Q1. Name two earliest cities.
Answer: Harappa and Mohenjodaro.
Q2. What were houses made of?
Answer: Houses were made of baked bricks.
Q3. Why was the drainage system important?
Answer: It helped keep the city clean.
Q4. What was the Great Bath?
Answer: A special structure probably used for bathing.
STAGE 3: Exam Questions (Easy)
Question:
Write two features of Harappan cities.
Answer:
Harappan cities had planned roads and good drainage systems.
Exam Tip:
Write answers in points.
Shaktimatha CBSE Learning
Learn Slowly • Learn Happily • Learn Clearly
• Earliest cities were planned
• Houses were made of bricks
• Drainage system was excellent
These cities show how intelligent early people were.
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