Which social advancement was a hallmark of Indus Valley urban centers, arguably surpassing their contemporaries in other regions?
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Correct answer: A sophisticated underground drainage and sewage system
Harappan engineers designed advanced sanitation systems where household waste was directed into covered drains along the streets. This level of public hygiene was not matched by other civilizations for several millennia.
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