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Mohenjo-daro’s story begins with a misjudgment. Originally thought to be a medieval Buddhist site, early excavations revealed something far older and more significant. Soil analysis, architectural features, and discoveries of brick drainage systems all pointed to a civilization predating contemporary historical records. This accidental identification catapulted Mohenjo-daro into the spotlight, making it a key site in understanding the Indus Valley Civilization.
Yet, it wasn’t just its age that intrigues scholars. It was how this city ended—abruptly and mysteriously—that fueled endless debate. But perhaps the more profound enigma lies not in its end but in what Mohenjo-daro reveals about its identity before destruction.