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36. Are there still many unread ancient Mesopotamian texts in archives that if researched properly, might cast light on the Indus civilization?

Incised bone rod discovered in Mohenjo-daro in the 1920s.

Asko Parpola
Yes, there are still many unread cuneiform texts in the museums. [The ancient Indus trade village in Mesopotamia of] Guabba could be identified from one such text.

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