Are the characteristics found in the indus valley civilization similar to other ancient civilizations

The ruins of two ancient cities, Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro (both in modern-day Pakistan), and the remnants of many other settlements, have revealed great clues to this mystery. Harappa was, in fact, such a rich discovery that the Indus Valley Civilization is also called the Harappan civilization.

So, yes because for ancient civilizations you usually find ancient cities that are remnants of their civilizations, or whatever is left of it anyway.