Question

the 6th century bc is often regarded as the turning point in early indian history. justify

Answer 1

The sixth century BC is known for the rise of the sixteen Mahajanapadas, which were the sixteen kingdoms of the Vedic Age. Out of one of these kingdoms, Magadha, came the Mauriyan Empire, and the first political consolidation of India.

This era is known for numerous crucial developments, namely,

1. Increased use of iron.
2. Coinange.
3. Early states and cities.
4. This era is also known for the rise of other religions, namely, Jainism and Buddhism, as a reaction against the rigid rules of Brahmanical Hinduism.

Thus, 16th century BCE laid the foundation to the history of India.