Discuss the functions that may have been performed by rulers in Harappan society.

As regarding the rulers of Harappan society, there are different views of the archaeologist -

1) No Ruler:- One group of archaeologists suggest that the Harappan society had no rulers and everybody enjoyed equal status.

2) Multiple Ruler Theory:- Another group of archaeologists suggested that there were several rulers.

3) Single Ruler Theory:- The third theory, which seems the most suitable was single ruler system. There are several pieces of evidence of some complex decisions in the Harappan society which is the evidence that there existed some ruler to make such complex and decisions and implement them.

The functions of the rulers can be categorized as

• To plan the layout of the cities, constructions of building, palaces, foods tanks, Wells canals, and granaries

• Cleanliness of the society

• Construction of roads lanes brains

• To look after the Welfare of economy

• To inspire farmers to increase agricultural production

• To motivate craftsman for promoting handicraft

• To promote external and internal trade

• To issue commonly accepted coins or seals weights and measurements

• To provide relief during natural calamities

• Last but not the least to defend the city at the time of foreign aggression