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Mention any two changes that were observed after 1900 BCE in Harappan civilization. What could have brought these changes? Explain.

Answer:

The changes are:

(i) Disappearance of distinctive artifacts of the civilization - weights, seals, special beads, writing, long distance trade and craft specialisation.

(ii) House construction techniques deteriorated and large public structures were no longer produced.

These changes were brought by many reasons:

Climate change, deforestation, excessive floods, drying up of rivers and overuse of landscape.