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Why do Mohenjodaro houses have no windows in the ground-level walls along the street?
ATo support upper floors
BTo keep out floods
CTo avoid the heat
DTo ensure privacy
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. To ensure privacy
The lack of ground-level windows and an entrance with no direct view inside shows concern for privacy.
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