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What material is primarily associated with seals found in the Indus Valley Civilisation?
What material is primarily associated with seals found in the Indus Valley Civilisation?
What function did the dockyard serve in the context of the Indus Valley Civilisation?
What function did the dockyard serve in the context of the Indus Valley Civilisation?
What tool was significant for the potters of the Harappan civilization?
What tool was significant for the potters of the Harappan civilization?
Which civilization is noted for the construction of pyramids as tombs?
Which civilization is noted for the construction of pyramids as tombs?
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From which river did the ancient Egyptian civilization derive its sustenance?
From which river did the ancient Egyptian civilization derive its sustenance?
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What type of civilization thrived along the banks of the Nile River?
What type of civilization thrived along the banks of the Nile River?
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Who were the rulers of ancient Egypt called?
Who were the rulers of ancient Egypt called?
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What role did the fertile soil from the Nile play for the Egyptians?
What role did the fertile soil from the Nile play for the Egyptians?
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Which of the following is NOT characteristic of the Harappan civilization?
Which of the following is NOT characteristic of the Harappan civilization?
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What period did the ancient Egyptian civilization flourish?
What period did the ancient Egyptian civilization flourish?
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Study Notes
Neolithic Revolution
- Seeds fell on soil, leading to the growth of new plants, marking the beginning of agriculture.
- People cultivated cereals, barley, rice, wheat, pulses, legumes, vegetables, and fruits.
- Development of a steady food supply fostered settled life and various advancements in human society.
Neolithic Age
- Coined by Sir John Lubbock in 1865 in "Pre-historic Times."
- People resided in dwelling pits, with examples in Burzahom, Kashmir, featuring pit houses accessible by steps.
Emergence of Villages
- Families began living cooperatively for protection, forming villages, often near water sources.
- Tribes developed, with leaders typically being the oldest or strongest male among them.
Division of Labor
- Within tribes, men engaged in farming, hunting, and livestock care, while women managed agricultural tasks and crop harvesting.
- Cloth was woven from cotton and wool, inspired by observations of birds constructing nests.
Burial Practices
- Burial sites in Burzahom revealed Neolithic customs, indicating that individuals were buried with personal belongings like tools and pottery.
Shifting Cultivation
- Neolithic peoples may have practiced shifting or jhum cultivation whereby a patch is cleared, crops grown, then left fallow for soil recovery.
- Daojali Hading site yielded stone tools and evidence of clearing land for farming through fire.
Unique Features of Burzahom Site
- The site is distinguished by the lack of microliths, small stone tools, and skeletal remains of domesticated animals.
- Burial of dogs alongside humans indicates a strong bond between them.
Indus Valley Civilization
- Over 2,000 seals found at various sites, suggesting an organized system for trade within the civilization.
- The potter's wheel played a significant role in daily life and crafts.
Egyptian Civilization
- Flourished along the Nile River from around 3000 to 1000 BCE, utilizing its fertile soil for agriculture.
- Pharaohs ruled, and some initiated pyramid construction as tombs for royalty, showcasing significant architectural advancements.
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Test your knowledge on the Neolithic Revolution, a significant phase in human history when societies transitioned to agriculture and began cultivating crops. This quiz explores the changes in food supply and the implications for early human life. Understand how these developments shaped civilization as we know it today.
