Neolithic Age Settlements In India
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EXAMIVERSE
Cultural Progression Timeline
| Aspect | Paleolithic | Mesolithic | Neolithic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing | Temporary shelter | Seasonal camps | Permanent mud-stone huts |
| Tools | Core/flake tools | Microliths | Polished stone tools |
| Subsistence | Hunting-gathering | Mixed diet | Agriculture & herding |
| Culture | Basic survival | Rock art, burials | Rituals, pottery, trade |
- Emergence of agriculture enabled surplus food
- Burzahom shows ritual burials, early spirituality
- Copper tools begin appearing toward the end (Chalcolithic overlap)