Consider the following statements regarding the Neolithic site of Burzahom: 1. It is located in the Kashmir valley. 2. It provides unique evidence of pit dwellings. 3. Burials often show dogs interred with their masters. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- Only 3
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 2
Explanation: Burzahom in Kashmir is distinct for its pit dwellings, bone tools, and the unique practice of burying domestic dogs in the graves of their masters.
Consider the following statements about prehistoric climatic epochs: 1. The Pleistocene epoch was characterized by consistently warm and wet climates. 2. The Holocene transition led to the proliferation of diverse flora and fauna. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- None
Explanation: The Pleistocene was the 'Ice Age', characterized by cold, arid conditions. The subsequent Holocene epoch brought a warmer, wetter climate, allowing flora and fauna to proliferate.
Consider the following statements regarding the Bori site in Maharashtra: 1. It is primarily recognized as a Mesolithic settlement. 2. Volcanic ash (tephra) deposits were utilized to date the artifacts here. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 2
Explanation: Bori is a Lower Paleolithic site, not Mesolithic. It is highly significant because volcanic ash (tephra) layers provided absolute dates for the Acheulean artifacts found there.
Consider the following statements regarding the Kurnool caves: 1. Traces of ash have been found here, indicating the use of fire. 2. It is predominantly recognized as a Neolithic site. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- None
Explanation: Kurnool caves (Andhra Pradesh) provide early evidence of fire through ash deposits, but they are an Upper Paleolithic site, notable for bone tools.
Consider the following statements about prehistoric ostrich eggshells: 1. Abundant ostrich eggshells were found at Patne in Maharashtra. 2. They belong chronologically to the Lower Paleolithic period. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Ostrich eggshells, sometimes engraved or used as beads, were found at Patne and Bhimbetka, but they firmly belong to the Upper Paleolithic period.
Consider the following statements regarding Megaliths in Northeast India: 1. Megalithic traditions are completely absent in the Northeast region. 2. Tribes like the Khasis continue certain megalithic practices today. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- Only 1
- None
Explanation: Megalithic traditions are not absent in the Northeast; they are very prominent. In fact, tribes like the Khasis and Jaintias in Meghalaya still erect megaliths as a living tradition.
Consider the following statements about prehistoric rock art techniques: 1. Colors were often prepared by mixing ground minerals with animal fat. 2. Only highly refined brushes made of animal hair were utilized. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
- None
Explanation: Pigments were indeed mixed with binders like animal fat or plant sap. However, brushes were made from various materials, including crushed plant fibers and frayed twigs, not just animal hair.
Consider the following statements regarding Mehrgarh: 1. It is strategically located near the Bolan Pass. 2. It lacks evidence of early cotton cultivation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 2
Explanation: Mehrgarh is one of the earliest Neolithic sites, located near the Bolan Pass, and it provides some of the earliest evidence of cotton cultivation in the world.
Consider the following statements regarding the Middle Paleolithic industry: 1. The industry was heavily based on large, heavy core tools. 2. The Nevasan culture is archaeologically associated with this period. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- Only 1
- None
Explanation: The Middle Paleolithic is characterized by a shift away from heavy core tools to smaller, refined flake tools. The Nevasan culture (Nevasa, Maharashtra) is the type-site for this period.
Consider the following statements about the Hathnora hominin fossil: 1. The fossil consists of a fully intact, complete human skeleton. 2. It was discovered by paleontologist Arun Sonakia. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- None
- 1 and 2
Explanation: The Hathnora fossil is not a complete skeleton; it is a fossilized hominin skull cap (calvaria). It was famously discovered by Arun Sonakia in 1982.
Consider the following statements regarding the Soan Valley culture: 1. It is primarily associated with the Upper Paleolithic period. 2. It is characterized by highly advanced microlithic tools. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
- None
Explanation: The Soan (Sohan) Valley culture of the Shivalik region is a Lower Paleolithic culture heavily characterized by primitive pebble tools, such as choppers and chopping tools.
Consider the following statements regarding the Burzahom burials: 1. Humans were exclusively buried alongside wild wolves. 2. The burials were placed deep inside the subterranean pit dwellings. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- Only 1
Explanation: At Burzahom, domestic dogs (not wild wolves) were buried with their masters. The burials were typically located in the courtyards or habitation areas, not inside the pit dwellings.
Consider the following statements about Gufkral: 1. The name literally translates to 'cave of the potter'. 2. It completely lacks any evidence of bone tools. 3. It is located in the Kashmir valley. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 3
- 2 and 3
Explanation: Gufkral ('cave of the potter') is a major Neolithic site in Kashmir. Contrary to statement 2, it is very well known for yielding a wide variety of bone tools, similar to Burzahom.
Consider the following statements regarding Bagor: 1. It is a prominent Mesolithic site in Rajasthan. 2. It is situated on the banks of the Kothari river. 3. It completely lacks any evidence of early animal domestication. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 2 and 3
- 1 and 3
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 2
Explanation: Bagor in Rajasthan, located on the Kothari river, is widely recognized precisely because it provides some of the earliest archaeological evidence for animal domestication in India.
Consider the following statements regarding the Mesolithic economy: 1. It was primarily based on large-scale canal agriculture. 2. Hunting, gathering, and fishing remained critical mainstays. 3. The initial domestication of animals began during this phase. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- 2 and 3
- 1 and 3
Explanation: Large-scale agriculture was completely absent in the Mesolithic. The economy relied on hunting, gathering, and fishing, alongside the very early beginnings of animal domestication.
Consider the following statements regarding the Hathnora site: 1. It is located in the Narmada valley. 2. It yielded the first fossil evidence of modern Homo sapiens in India. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- Only 2
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Hathnora in the Narmada Valley yielded a hominin skull cap, but it belongs to an archaic human (Homo erectus or early Homo heidelbergensis), not a modern Homo sapiens.
Consider the following statements about Langhnaj: 1. It is a major Mesolithic site located in Rajasthan. 2. Excavations yielded clear evidence of human burials. 3. It shows extensive evidence of microlithic tools. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 2 and 3
- 1 and 2
- 1 and 3
- 1, 2, 3
Explanation: Langhnaj is a highly significant Mesolithic site known for burials and microliths, but it is located in the Mehsana district of Gujarat, not Rajasthan.
Consider the following statements regarding the Belan Valley: 1. It is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh. 2. It shows a continuous transition from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic. 3. It completely lacks fossilized animal remains. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 2 and 3
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 3
Explanation: The Belan Valley (UP) provides a rare, continuous stratigraphic sequence. It does not lack animal fossils; in fact, rich faunal remains of wild cattle, sheep, and deer have been found there.
Consider the following statements about Sarai Nahar Rai: 1. It is an important Mesolithic site located in the Ganga Valley. 2. It completely lacks evidence of human burials. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- None
Explanation: Sarai Nahar Rai in Uttar Pradesh is a major Mesolithic site that provides vital evidence of early human burials, with skeletons found interred within the habitation area.
Consider the following statements regarding Chirand: 1. It is a major Neolithic site located in the Kashmir valley. 2. It is famous exclusively for its stone microlith industry. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Chirand is located in Bihar, not Kashmir. It is famous not for microliths, but for its prolific and advanced bone tool industry, heavily utilizing deer antlers.
Consider the following statements regarding Paleolithic tools: 1. The Lower Paleolithic is characterized by hand axes and cleavers. 2. The Middle Paleolithic is predominantly characterized by blade tools. 3. The Upper Paleolithic is characterized by microliths. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 2 and 3
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
Explanation: The Middle Paleolithic is characterized by flake tools (not blades), and the Upper Paleolithic is characterized by blades and bone tools. Microliths are the hallmark of the Mesolithic.
Consider the following statements about the Hunsgi site: 1. It is a Mesolithic site located in Karnataka. 2. Most of the stone tools here were manufactured from basalt. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Hunsgi is a Lower Paleolithic (Acheulean) site in Karnataka. Because limestone was locally abundant, it was the primary material for tool-making, not basalt.
Consider the following statements regarding Koldihwa and Mahagara: 1. They are located in the Narmada Valley. 2. They provide some of the earliest evidence of rice cultivation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Koldihwa and Mahagara are prominent Neolithic sites located in the Belan Valley (Uttar Pradesh), not the Narmada Valley. They are famous for early rice evidence.
Consider the following statements regarding Adichanallur: 1. It is a prominent Megalithic site in Tamil Nadu. 2. Extensive urn burials without large surface stone markers are found here. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
Explanation: Adichanallur is a vast Iron Age/Megalithic burial site in Tamil Nadu characterized primarily by large urn burials, often lacking the typical stone megaliths above ground.
Consider the following statements regarding South Indian Megalithic graves: 1. They show a complete absence of iron implements. 2. Horse remains and specialized horse equipment are common finds. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- None
- Only 2
Explanation: Megalithic graves in South India are Iron Age burials and are extraordinarily rich in iron implements, weapons, and horse equipment like bits.
Consider the following statements regarding South Indian Megalithic culture: 1. They are primarily associated with the Chalcolithic period in South India. 2. Black and Red Ware pottery is universally found in these burials. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
- None
Explanation: South Indian Megaliths are predominantly associated with the Iron Age, not the Chalcolithic period. Black and Red Ware is a highly characteristic pottery of these burials.
Consider the following statements about Megalithic burial types: 1. Menhirs are characterized by large, horizontal capstones. 2. Urn burials involve interring the dead within large earthen pots. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Menhirs are tall, vertical, upright memorial stones. Horizontal capstones are characteristic of dolmens. Urn burials involve placing remains inside large ceramic pots.
Consider the following statements regarding the Upper Paleolithic period: 1. It was marked by a significantly colder and drier climate. 2. Bone tools were completely abandoned during this phase. 3. Ostrich eggshells were commonly used to craft beads. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 3
- 2 and 3
Explanation: The Upper Paleolithic coincided with the peak of the last glacial maximum (cold/dry). Bone tools actually became much more prominent, and ostrich eggshell beads are a hallmark.
Consider the following statements about Adamgarh: 1. It is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh. 2. The site was completely submerged following the construction of a dam. 3. It provides early evidence of animal domestication. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 3
- 2 and 3
Explanation: Adamgarh (Madhya Pradesh) is famous for its rock shelters and early evidence of animal domestication. It was not submerged; you may be confusing it with other dam-affected sites.
Consider the following statements about Paleolithic stone tools: 1. Quartzite was heavily used for manufacturing Lower Paleolithic tools. 2. Microliths are considered the defining hallmark of the Lower Paleolithic. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- None
- Only 1
Explanation: Early Paleolithic humans frequently used tough quartzite for their heavy tools. Microliths (tiny stone tools) are the defining hallmark of the much later Mesolithic period.
Consider the following statements regarding the Acheulean culture in India: 1. It is synonymous with the Upper Paleolithic period. 2. Handaxes and cleavers are completely absent in this culture. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- None
Explanation: The Acheulean culture characterizes the Lower Paleolithic period, not the Upper. It is universally defined by the heavy presence of bifacial handaxes and cleavers.
Consider the following statements regarding the Neolithic transition: 1. This period witnessed the definitive advent of food production. 2. Wheel-made pottery became widespread during the later phases. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
Explanation: The Neolithic Revolution is defined by the shift to agriculture (food production). While early Neolithic pottery was hand-made, wheel-made pottery emerged and spread in its later stages.
Consider the following statements about Bhimbetka: 1. It was famously discovered by archaeologist V.S. Wakankar. 2. It is situated in the Vindhyan mountain ranges. 3. It exclusively features paintings from the Mesolithic period. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 2 and 3
- 1 and 3
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
Explanation: Bhimbetka was discovered by Wakankar in the Vindhyas. However, its paintings span a massive timeframe, from the Upper Paleolithic through the Mesolithic, and into the historical periods.
Consider the following statements about the Belan Valley: 1. It provides a rare continuous sequence from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic stage. 2. It is situated in the Western Ghats region. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: The Belan Valley provides a continuous prehistoric sequence, but it is located in the Vindhyan foothills of Uttar Pradesh, not the Western Ghats.
Consider the following statements regarding Chopani Mando: 1. It yields some of the earliest evidence of pottery in the world. 2. It is located in the Narmada valley. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Chopani Mando provides critical evidence of the transition to settled life and very early pottery (Mesolithic-Neolithic transition), but it is located in the Belan Valley, not Narmada.
Consider the following statements regarding Langhnaj: 1. It is a prominent Neolithic settlement located in Gujarat. 2. It has yielded human skeletons buried alongside microliths. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- None
- Only 2
Explanation: Langhnaj is a highly significant Mesolithic site (not Neolithic) in Gujarat, known for microliths, animal bones, and early human burials.
Consider the following statements about the Mesolithic period: 1. Bagor and Adamgarh provide the earliest evidence of plant cultivation. 2. The period witnessed a shift towards smaller stone tools called microliths. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- None
- 1 and 2
Explanation: Bagor (Rajasthan) and Adamgarh (Madhya Pradesh) are famous for providing the earliest evidence of animal domestication, not plant cultivation.
Consider the following statements regarding Megalithic typologies: 1. Menhirs are tall, upright monolithic memorial stones. 2. Dolmens are portal tombs featuring a large capstone. 3. Cists are box-like graves constructed using stone slabs. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 3
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2, 3
Explanation: These are accurate descriptions of classic Megalithic burial and memorial types found across Peninsular India during the Iron Age.
Consider the following statements regarding the Neolithic transition: 1. Sedentary village life began strictly during the Paleolithic age. 2. Pottery completely vanished during the Neolithic period. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- Only 2
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
Explanation: Sedentary village life is a hallmark of the Neolithic age (due to agriculture), not the Paleolithic. Pottery actually emerged and became widespread during the Neolithic to store grain.
Consider the following statements regarding prehistoric rock art: 1. Hunting scenes are a dominant theme in Bhimbetka rock paintings. 2. Birds and fishes are entirely absent from these prehistoric depictions. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: While hunting scenes dominate, the paintings also depict various animals, including birds and fishes, reflecting the diverse Mesolithic diet.
Consider the following statements about prehistoric climate epochs: 1. The Paleolithic age in India largely developed during the Holocene epoch. 2. The Mesolithic age coincides with the onset of the Pleistocene epoch. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- None
- Only 2
- 1 and 2
Explanation: The statements are reversed. The Paleolithic developed during the ice-age conditions of the Pleistocene, while the Mesolithic marks the shift to the warmer Holocene epoch.
Consider the following statements regarding prehistoric Ash Mounds: 1. They are prominent features of the South Indian Neolithic culture. 2. They represent the accumulated and burnt dung of cattle. 3. Prominent sites include Utnur and Kupgal. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1, 2, 3
- None
- Only 2
- 1 and 3
Explanation: Ash mounds are uniquely associated with the South Indian Neolithic pastoralists. Sites like Utnur and Kupgal show large accumulations of burnt cattle dung.
Consider the following statements regarding Megalithic society: 1. High variability in grave goods strongly suggests social stratification. 2. All excavated graves contain identical amounts of gold ornaments. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 2
Explanation: The stark differences in the richness of grave goods (some having gold and beads, others just pots) provide strong archaeological evidence for social hierarchy and stratification.
Consider the following statements regarding the Bhimbetka rock shelters: 1. It features rock shelters spanning both Paleolithic and Mesolithic periods. 2. Green and dark red were the predominantly used colors in the paintings. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Bhimbetka exhibits a continuous sequence of habitation from the Paleolithic to the Mesolithic, with rock art dominated by green and dark red pigments depicting hunting and dancing.
Consider the following statements about Mesolithic burials at Damdama: 1. Excavations yielded evidence of multiple human burials. 2. Burials were often accompanied by microliths and ornaments. 3. Cremation was the dominant funerary practice. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 3
- 2 and 3
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 2
Explanation: Damdama (Uttar Pradesh) yielded over 40 human burials with grave goods like microliths and bone ornaments. Inhumation (burying), not cremation, was the practice.
Consider the following statements about Neolithic agricultural sites: 1. Koldihwa provides the earliest evidence of wheat cultivation in the subcontinent. 2. Mahagara is well known for the evidence of multiple cattle pens. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Koldihwa (in the Belan Valley) is famous for providing early evidence of rice cultivation, not wheat. Mahagara shows distinct post-holes forming cattle pens.
Consider the following statements regarding the site of Paiyampalli: 1. It is a significant Neolithic and Megalithic site in Tamil Nadu. 2. It yielded robust evidence of early bronze casting. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Paiyampalli in Tamil Nadu is a key site showing the Neolithic-to-Megalithic transition. It is famous for evidence of early iron smelting, not bronze casting.
Consider the following statements regarding Attirampakkam: 1. It is a major Paleolithic site located in North India. 2. It provides robust evidence of the Acheulean culture. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
- None
Explanation: Attirampakkam is a deeply stratified Paleolithic site, but it is located in Tamil Nadu (South India), not North India. It is famous for its early Acheulean handaxes.
Consider the following statements regarding Megalithic architecture: 1. Cairn circles function as deep, rock-cut step-wells for water storage. 2. Rock-cut caves are completely absent during the Megalithic period. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Cairn circles are burial monuments featuring a heap of stones surrounded by boulders, not step-wells. Rock-cut caves are a prominent Megalithic feature, especially in Kerala.
Consider the following statements about the Didwana site: 1. It is a major Paleolithic site located in Rajasthan. 2. It completely lacks Middle Paleolithic artifacts in its stratigraphy. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- Only 1
- None
- 1 and 2
Explanation: Didwana provides a comprehensive evolutionary sequence of stone tools, yielding Lower, Middle, and Upper Paleolithic artifacts from its profiles.
Consider the following statements regarding the Neolithic tool kit: 1. The domestication of animals led to a complete abandonment of stone tools. 2. Ground and heavily polished stone tools became the new standard. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
- Only 1
Explanation: Stone tools were never abandoned during the Neolithic; rather, they were advanced. Ground and polished stone axes (celts) are the defining hallmark of the Neolithic period.
Consider the following statements regarding the Chirand site: 1. It is renowned for yielding abundant Neolithic bone tools. 2. These tools were predominantly manufactured from deer antlers. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- None
Explanation: Chirand in Bihar is highly unusual for a non-Kashmiri Neolithic site due to its prolific bone tool industry, heavily relying on deer antlers.
Consider the following statements regarding Gufkral: 1. It is a significant Neolithic site located in the Kashmir valley. 2. The site's name literally translates to 'cave of the weaver'. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 2
Explanation: Gufkral is a key Kashmiri Neolithic site located near Burzahom, but its name translates to 'cave of the potter', not weaver.
Consider the following statements regarding Middle Paleolithic tools: 1. Borers and scrapers became the dominant tool types. 2. The tools were generally smaller than Lower Paleolithic tools. 3. The primary raw material shifted to fine-grained stones like chert. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 2
- 1 and 3
- Only 3
Explanation: The Middle Paleolithic saw a shift towards smaller flake tools like scrapers and borers, with a distinct preference for finer-grained siliceous rocks like chert, jasper, and agate.
Consider the following statements about the South Indian Iron Age: 1. Iron sickles indicate established agricultural practices. 2. Roman coins are never found in these archaeological contexts. 3. Black and Red Ware is a highly common pottery type. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 3
- 2 and 3
- 1, 2, 3
- 1 and 2
Explanation: The presence of iron sickles and coulters proves agriculture was practiced. Roman coins are frequently found in later Megalithic burials, indicating robust trade networks.
Consider the following statements about prehistoric rock art themes: 1. Agricultural harvesting scenes deeply dominate Paleolithic art. 2. X-ray style paintings showing internal organs are found in some prehistoric arts. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2
- None
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Paleolithic and Mesolithic art is dominated by hunting, gathering, and dancing. Agriculture had not yet been invented. The 'X-ray style' is occasionally seen in prehistoric depictions of animals.
Consider the following statements regarding the Neolithic site of Utnur: 1. Ash mounds here indicate large-scale iron smelting. 2. Polished stone axes were the primary tools used. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- 1 and 2
- None
Explanation: Ash mounds at Utnur (and other South Indian Neolithic sites) represent the periodic burning of accumulated cattle dung by pastoralists, not iron smelting.
Consider the following statements regarding Megalithic Black and Red Ware: 1. The exterior red color is a result of oxidation during firing. 2. The interior black color is a result of inverted firing or reduction. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- 1 and 2
- None
Explanation: Black and Red Ware (BRW) pottery achieves its distinct dual coloration through a specialized inverted firing technique, exposing the outside to oxygen and the inside to carbon/smoke.
Consider the following statements about the South Indian Megalithic culture: 1. It was predominantly an urban, highly literate culture. 2. The people engaged in agriculture and possessed advanced iron-smelting skills. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Only 2
- Only 1
- None
- 1 and 2
Explanation: The Megalithic culture was not urban or literate (unlike the Harappan civilization). They were agro-pastoralists who mastered iron metallurgy to clear forests and cultivate land.
Consider the following statements regarding Brahmagiri: 1. It shows a continuous cultural sequence from the Neolithic to the Megalithic period. 2. The site was excavated extensively by Mortimer Wheeler. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- None
- 1 and 2
- Only 1
- Only 2
Explanation: Brahmagiri is a crucial site in Karnataka excavated by Wheeler in 1947, providing a clear stratigraphic sequence from Neolithic stone-axe culture to the Iron Age Megalithic culture.