Question

The discovery of the remains of pottery and iron objects at burial sites indicate that the megalith people believed in life after death. The articles of daily use were placed near the grave with the hope that the departing souls might use them.
1. Do you agree with the views of the megalith people? Give reasons to support your answer.
2. Is there any such custom or ritual being adopted these days also? If yes, what is the rationale behind the same?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Megaliths are found in many of the states in the Indian subcontinent namely Maharashtra ( Vidarbha region), Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. They are dated back to almost 3000-5000 BC. They are seen in the majority of parts of Southern India.

Answer 2

Ans.

1.No , I don't agree with the view of the megalith people as I don't believe life after death.I believe that they place their belongings near the grave to show love and respect to the dead ones.

2.Yes, there are such customs and rituals being adopted these days also.The rationale behind it is that they place their belongings near the grave to show love and respect to the dead ones.