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Nitin Singhania 
Summary: Indian 
Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
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Nitin Singhania 
Summary: Indian 
Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Introduction to Indian Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Architecture
The design and 
construction of 
buildings using 
materials like stone, 
wood, and metal. 
Combines engineering, 
mathematics, and 
precise measurements.
Sculpture
Three-dimensional 
artwork typically 
created from a single 
material. Prioritizes 
creativity over technical 
precision.
Pottery
Creation of vessels 
using clay fired at high 
temperatures. Includes 
earthenware, stoneware 
and porcelain.
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Nitin Singhania 
Summary: Indian 
Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Introduction to Indian Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Architecture
The design and 
construction of 
buildings using 
materials like stone, 
wood, and metal. 
Combines engineering, 
mathematics, and 
precise measurements.
Sculpture
Three-dimensional 
artwork typically 
created from a single 
material. Prioritizes 
creativity over technical 
precision.
Pottery
Creation of vessels 
using clay fired at high 
temperatures. Includes 
earthenware, stoneware 
and porcelain.
Classification of Indian Architecture & 
Sculpture & Pottery
Harappan Art
Early civilization
Architecture
Structural designs
Ancient India
Historical foundations
Ancient India and Architecture
Harappan Art
Harappan Architecture: The Indus Valley civilization ranks among the world's earliest urban 
societies, alongside Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. At its height, the Indus Civilization 
population likely exceeded five million people.
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Nitin Singhania 
Summary: Indian 
Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Introduction to Indian Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Architecture
The design and 
construction of 
buildings using 
materials like stone, 
wood, and metal. 
Combines engineering, 
mathematics, and 
precise measurements.
Sculpture
Three-dimensional 
artwork typically 
created from a single 
material. Prioritizes 
creativity over technical 
precision.
Pottery
Creation of vessels 
using clay fired at high 
temperatures. Includes 
earthenware, stoneware 
and porcelain.
Classification of Indian Architecture & 
Sculpture & Pottery
Harappan Art
Early civilization
Architecture
Structural designs
Ancient India
Historical foundations
Ancient India and Architecture
Harappan Art
Harappan Architecture: The Indus Valley civilization ranks among the world's earliest urban 
societies, alongside Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. At its height, the Indus Civilization 
population likely exceeded five million people.
What is Extensive Town 
Planning?
1
The Great Granary at Harappa
Featured town planning with gridiron patterns, 
fortifications, and advanced drainage systems.
2
Grid Layout Planning
Cities designed with roads at exact right angles, 
a geometric pattern unique to this civilization.
3
Construction Materials
Baked bricks of standardized sizes served as 
primary material, supplemented by stone and 
wood.
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Nitin Singhania 
Summary: Indian 
Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Introduction to Indian Architecture, 
Sculpture & Pottery
Architecture
The design and 
construction of 
buildings using 
materials like stone, 
wood, and metal. 
Combines engineering, 
mathematics, and 
precise measurements.
Sculpture
Three-dimensional 
artwork typically 
created from a single 
material. Prioritizes 
creativity over technical 
precision.
Pottery
Creation of vessels 
using clay fired at high 
temperatures. Includes 
earthenware, stoneware 
and porcelain.
Classification of Indian Architecture & 
Sculpture & Pottery
Harappan Art
Early civilization
Architecture
Structural designs
Ancient India
Historical foundations
Ancient India and Architecture
Harappan Art
Harappan Architecture: The Indus Valley civilization ranks among the world's earliest urban 
societies, alongside Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. At its height, the Indus Civilization 
population likely exceeded five million people.
What is Extensive Town 
Planning?
1
The Great Granary at Harappa
Featured town planning with gridiron patterns, 
fortifications, and advanced drainage systems.
2
Grid Layout Planning
Cities designed with roads at exact right angles, 
a geometric pattern unique to this civilization.
3
Construction Materials
Baked bricks of standardized sizes served as 
primary material, supplemented by stone and 
wood.
Important Harappan Structures
1
Lower Area Buildings
Primarily functional structures with minimal decoration.
2
The Great Bath of Mohenjo-daro
Premier structure (54.86 × 32.91m) with 2.43m thick walls, surrounded by 
galleries and rooms.
3
Granary Complex
Covered 55 × 43m with innovative air ducts and divided platform units.