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The sentences given below, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a number. Decide on the most logical order and enter the sequence of numbers in the space provided.

  1. Among its major urban centres, Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro stand out as prime examples of this architectural prowess, revealing large public structures, residential areas, and sophisticated water management systems indicative of a complex societal structure.
  2. Showing remarkable sophistication for its time, this ancient culture developed meticulously planned cities, complete with advanced sanitation systems and intricate grid layouts that underscore its profound understanding of urban design and engineering.
  3. Economically, the civilization thrived on a foundation of extensive trade networks, connecting them with distant lands, alongside a robust agricultural system that sustained its large populations and facilitated surplus production.
  4. Despite its impressive achievements and longevity, the reasons behind the eventual decline of this remarkable civilization remain largely enigmatic, prompting ongoing research and speculation among historians and archaeologists.
  5. The Indus Valley Civilization, flourishing in the Bronze Age, represents one of humanity's earliest urban societies, evidenced by archaeological discoveries dating back thousands of years.

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Solution

✅ Correct Answer: 52134

The passage talks about the Indus Valley Civilization's development, achievements, and decline.

Link A (5 → 2): "This ancient culture" in sentence 2 specifically references "The Indus Valley Civilization" introduced in sentence 5.

Link B (2 → 1): "This architectural prowess" in sentence 1 directly refers to the urban design achievements described in sentence 2.


Introduction: Sentence 5 is the introducing sentence because it identifies and introduces the Indus Valley Civilization.

Conclusion: Sentence 4 is the concluding sentence because it discusses the civilization's mysterious decline and ongoing research.


Assembling: Introduction of civilization, architectural achievements, specific examples, economic foundation, then mysterious decline.

Hence the correct order is 52134

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