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Synopsis This book gives a full view of the Indian history from the Ist urbanization to the 2nd urbanization. It begins with the history of the origin of the Indus civilization. It delineates the genesis and growth of urban architecture of the Harappans through the various discoveries from so many sites in the Indian subcontinent. It discusses the society, religion, economy, polity, art and architecture and different causes of the end of the civilization. The book also throws light on the origin of Indo Aryans and cultural development of early and later Vedic period. A brief introduction has also been given about the Mahajanpadas and republics of 6th century BC and lastly focus has been given on the trends and patterns of second urbanization in India. Hope, the book will throw new light on Indian civilization.