4K years ago, Mohenjo-daro grew more equal over time | Hacker News

New archaeological evidence suggests Mohenjo-daro became more socially equal over time.

Household-wide seals and standardized weights point to broad participation in trade and administration.

The findings challenge the idea that advanced urban standardization required kings, temples, or clear elite rule.

Commenters are debating whether precise measures alone prove centralized authority in the Indus Valley Civilization.