Name the major city of the Indus valley civilization that had trade with West Asia.
Detailed Explanation:
Lothal, located in present-day Gujarat, was the major port city of the Indus Valley Civilization with a well-built dockyard for maritime trade.
Archaeological evidence including seals, weights, beads, and semi-precious stones confirms extensive trade links with Mesopotamia (cities like Ur and Sumer), while Ropar and Kalibangan were inland settlements without maritime trade facilities.
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