Stamp seals with less than 200 different signs were used to sign names and stamp cargo, by the Harappans. They may also have written on palm leaves or birchbark, as later Indian people did, but these records have not survived.
Indus script was used in north India and Pakistan from 3330 BC to around 1900 BC. Brahmi script was used in the same region from around 600 BC until it was replaced by regional writing systems.
the indus valley people used iron to develop weapons.
The language of the Indus Valley Civilization, often referred to as the Indus script, remains largely indecipherable. Despite numerous attempts by linguists and archaeologists, no definitive understanding of the script has been achieved, and its symbols have not been conclusively linked to any known language. The lack of bilingual inscriptions and limited context further complicate efforts to decode the script. As a result, much about the culture and communication of the Indus Valley people remains a mystery.
The first systems of writing developed in ancient Mesopotamia, specifically in Sumer around 3200 BCE, with cuneiform script. Concurrently, hieroglyphics emerged in ancient Egypt around 3100 BCE. Other early writing systems include the Indus script in the Indus Valley and the Chinese oracle bone script, both appearing around the same time or slightly later. These early writing systems were primarily used for administrative, religious, and commercial purposes.
The Indus Valley people spoke Sanskrit and Prakrit. They also wrote and read Indus script.
Harappan or Indus Valley script consisted of fewer than 200 signs, which included images of stick figure men, wheels, horns, chickens, jars, and many other things. The script was used in India and Pakistan from 3300 BC to 1900 BC. To see examples of Indus script, visit 'Indus Script Dictionary' at Facebook.
Harappan or Indus Valley script consisted of fewer than 200 signs, which included images of stick figure men, wheels, horns, chickens, jars, and many other things. The script was used in India and Pakistan from 3300 BC to 1900 BC. To see examples of Indus script, visit 'Indus Script Dictionary' at Facebook.
The Indus Valley people likely communicated through a written script known as the Indus script, although this has not been fully deciphered yet. Additionally, they may have used spoken language, symbols, and possibly even non-verbal communication methods such as gestures and facial expressions to convey information.
Indus script was deciphered in 2010, for more information please see 'Indus Script Dictionary' on Facebook.
Bankabehari Chakravorti has written: 'The message of Indus script' -- subject(s): Indus script
The Indus Valley Civilization used a script known as the Indus script for writing, which remains undeciphered. This script was typically inscribed on seals, pottery, and other materials, often featuring symbols that may represent words or sounds. The seals commonly depicted animals and were likely used for trade and administrative purposes. Despite numerous attempts, the exact nature and meaning of the script have not yet been conclusively understood.
Sudhansu Kumar Ray has written: 'Indus script' -- subject(s): Indus script
The Indus Valley script, known as the Harappan script, is yet to be deciphered, so it is unknown if it contained an "A" character.
The people of the Indus Valley Civilization primarily used a form of writing known as the Indus script, which remains undeciphered today. This script was inscribed on various seals, pottery, and other artifacts, suggesting it was used for trade, administrative purposes, or possibly religious contexts. Additionally, archaeological evidence indicates they may have used symbols and pictographs for communication. However, the exact nature and full extent of their communication methods are still subjects of research and debate.
Stamp seals with less than 200 different signs were used to sign names and stamp cargo, by the Harappans. They may also have written on palm leaves or birchbark, as later Indian people did, but these records have not survived.
The Indus River.