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Which period is considered the earliest phase of the Stone Age?
Which period is considered the earliest phase of the Stone Age?
- Lower Palaeolithic (correct)
- Neolithic
- Middle Palaeolithic
- Mesolithic
Which of the following best describes the primary occupation during the Upper Palaeolithic period?
Which of the following best describes the primary occupation during the Upper Palaeolithic period?
- Metalworking
- Village settlement
- Hunting and gathering (correct)
- Farming and agriculture
What does the term 'Palaeolithic' literally mean?
What does the term 'Palaeolithic' literally mean?
- New stone age
- Old stone age (correct)
- Middle stone age
- Primitive stone age
Which technology is associated with the Middle Palaeolithic period?
Which technology is associated with the Middle Palaeolithic period?
In which era is the Pleistocene Ice Age included?
In which era is the Pleistocene Ice Age included?
What is the time frame of the Lower Palaeolithic period?
What is the time frame of the Lower Palaeolithic period?
What marks the transition from the Ice Age to the Holocene period?
What marks the transition from the Ice Age to the Holocene period?
Which site is known as the 'cave of potters' located 41 km Southwest of Srinagar?
Which site is known as the 'cave of potters' located 41 km Southwest of Srinagar?
Which metal was the first to be discovered by humans?
Which metal was the first to be discovered by humans?
What is a prominent characteristic of the Neolithic period?
What is a prominent characteristic of the Neolithic period?
What type of burial practice was noted among early communities?
What type of burial practice was noted among early communities?
Which site is known for the earliest evidence of rice cultivation?
Which site is known for the earliest evidence of rice cultivation?
Which region in India is associated with millet cultivation?
Which region in India is associated with millet cultivation?
What color of pottery was predominantly used by early communities?
What color of pottery was predominantly used by early communities?
The practice of erecting Megaliths began about how many years ago?
The practice of erecting Megaliths began about how many years ago?
Which site is known for the earliest evidence of domestication of animals during the Mesolithic period?
Which site is known for the earliest evidence of domestication of animals during the Mesolithic period?
Which site is known to have the earliest skull evidence of Homo erectus?
Which site is known to have the earliest skull evidence of Homo erectus?
What period is characterized by the use of microliths in human tools?
What period is characterized by the use of microliths in human tools?
Which site is associated with rock paintings of humans, birds, and animals?
Which site is associated with rock paintings of humans, birds, and animals?
Which Neolithic site is located 16 km west of Srinagar?
Which Neolithic site is located 16 km west of Srinagar?
What type of pottery was predominantly used in the Neolithic period for storing food?
What type of pottery was predominantly used in the Neolithic period for storing food?
Which of the following sites is located in Uttar Pradesh?
Which of the following sites is located in Uttar Pradesh?
What was a major change in climate that affected the Mesolithic period?
What was a major change in climate that affected the Mesolithic period?
Which Upper Palaeolithic site is located in Madhya Pradesh?
Which Upper Palaeolithic site is located in Madhya Pradesh?
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Mesolithic Period
Mesolithic Period
A period marked by the transition from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic, characterized by the use of small stone tools (microliths) and the development of hunting and herding societies.
Microliths
Microliths
Small, finely-shaped stone tools often used for hunting and gathering.
Domestication of Animals (Mesolithic)
Domestication of Animals (Mesolithic)
Evidence suggests that the domestication of animals first occurred during the Mesolithic period.
Neolithic Period
Neolithic Period
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Food Production (Neolithic)
Food Production (Neolithic)
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Pottery (Neolithic)
Pottery (Neolithic)
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Mehrgarh
Mehrgarh
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Burzahom
Burzahom
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Chalcolithic Age
Chalcolithic Age
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Key Chalcolithic Sites in India
Key Chalcolithic Sites in India
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Pottery Styles in the Chalcolithic Age
Pottery Styles in the Chalcolithic Age
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Burial Practices in the Chalcolithic Age
Burial Practices in the Chalcolithic Age
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Koldihwa: Earliest Rice Cultivation
Koldihwa: Earliest Rice Cultivation
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Origin of the Word 'India'
Origin of the Word 'India'
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Stone Age
Stone Age
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Food Production
Food Production
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Precambrian Era
Precambrian Era
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Cenozoic Era
Cenozoic Era
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Study Notes
Stone Age Overview
- The Stone Age is a period in human history characterized by the use of stone tools.
- It precedes the development of metal tools.
- The Stone Age is divided into three main periods: Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic.
- These periods are further categorised based on the types of stone tools used.
Palaeolithic (Old Stone Age)
- Lasted from approximately 5 million years ago to 10,000 BCE.
- Divided into Lower, Middle, and Upper Palaeolithic periods.
- Characterised by the use of simple stone tools.
- Early humans were hunter-gatherers.
- Earliest Homo Sapiens emerged during this period.
- Cave paintings and other forms of art began during this period.
Mesolithic (Middle Stone Age)
- Lasted from approximately 10,000 BCE to 8,000 BCE.
- A transitional period between the Palaeolithic and Neolithic.
- Characterized by smaller, more specialised stone tools (microliths).
- Humans started to settle in a more permanent manner.
- There were significant advancements in exploiting food resources.
Neolithic (New Stone Age)
- Lasted from approximately 8,000 BCE to 4,000 BCE.
- Characterized by polished stone tools.
- Humans developed agriculture and settled in villages.
- Pottery and animal domestication started.
- This period saw significant advancements in human civilization.
Stone Age Sites and Artefacts
- Evidence of early human settlements and habitation are found in various parts of India.
- Several sites provide insight into the daily lives and practices of early humans.
- Tools, weapons, and other artefacts made of stone, bone, antlers, and other materials were used.
- These artefacts provide clues into the social structures, technologies, and beliefs of these early societies.
- Cave paintings and rock shelters are examples of artistic expression.
Copper and Bronze Ages
- The Copper Age followed the Stone Age.
- Humans started using copper to make tools and other objects.
- The Bronze Age followed the Copper Age.
- Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin and was utilized for various purposes.
- The Harappa Age is a proto-historic period.
- They developed written script but the texts remain largely undeciphered.
Key Archaeological Discoveries
- Excavations have revealed crucial information about human evolution and cultural development during the Stone Age.
- Archaeological findings help reconstruct and understand human history.
- Different stone tools and artefacts have been discovered.
- These findings shed light on the social life and traditions of early humans.
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