Archaeological evidence from Indus Valley sites suggests a civilization that, while possessing religious practices evidenced by seals and figurines, did not appear to be theocratically dominated. The focus on urban planning, trade, and daily life indicates a more secular orientation compared to later civilizations where religion played a more overt role in governance and public life. Furthermore, the discovery of cotton textiles and spindle whorls at sites like Mohenjo-daro clearly indicates the use of cotton for fabric production during this period, making it one of the earliest instances of cotton cultivation and use globally.