Question

describe geographical distribution, tool technology and subsistence pattern of the Neolithic culture of India​

Answer 1

Answer:

The history of any country or region cannot be understood without some knowledge

of its geography. The history of the people is greatly conditioned by the geography

and environment of the region in which they live. The physical geography and environmental conditions of a region include climate, soil types, water resources and

other topographical features. These determine the settlement pattern, population

spread, food products, human behaviour and dietary habits of a region. The Indian

subcontinent is gifted with different regions with their distinct geographical features

which have greatly affected the course of its history.

Geographically speaking the Indian subcontinent in ancient times included the

present day India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Pakistan. On the basis of

geographical diversities the subcontinent can be broadly divided into the following main regions. These are:

(i) The Himalayas

(ii) The River Plains of North India

(iii) The Peninsular India

OBJECTIVES

After studying this lesson, you will be able to:

explain the physical divisions of Indian subcontinent;

recognize the distinct features of each region;

understand why some geographical areas are more important than the others;

define the term environment;

establish the relationship between geographical features and the historical developments in different regions;

define the terms prehistory, prehistoric cultures, and microliths;

distinguish between the lower, middle and upper Palaeolithic age on the basis of

the tools used;

explain the Mesolithic age as a phase of transition on the basis of climate and the

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Ancient India

Notes

HISTORY

The Geographical Setting and pre-historic

tools used;

explain the Neolithic age and its chief characteristics;

differentiate between Palaeolithic and Neolithic periods and

learn about the Prehistoric Art.

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