Question

what was the second urbanisation in India? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The Central Ganges Plain, where Magadha gained prominence, forming the base of the Mauryan Empire, was a distinct cultural area, with new states arising after 500 BCE during the so-called “Second urbanisation”.

Answer 2

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• The period of second urbanisation (6th century B.C. to 3rd century B.C.) noticed large-scale beginning of town life in the middle Gangetic basin.

• The widespread use of iron tools and weapons helped the formation large of territorial states.

• The towns became good markets and both artisans and merchants were organised into guilds under their respective headmen.