Ancient India (Indus Valley Civilization)

- Location: Indus River

- Well-planned cities with straight streets and drainage systems

- Skilled in farming, trade, and crafts

- Writing system not fully understood

Ancient China (Yellow River Civilization)

- Location: Yellow River (Huang He)

- Fertile soil, but floods were dangerous

- Dynasties passed power through families

- Developed ancestor worship and harmony with nature

Comparison

- Both developed near rivers

- Both relied on farming

- India: carefully planned cities

- China: dynasties and traditions