New Insight on the Tool Assemblage of the Early Holocene Epoch from Amarkantak Plateau, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Kumar, Manoj; Paray, Abdul Adil

This study investigates the Holocene tool assemblage of the Amarkantak Plateau, Madhya Pradesh, India. The research gives insights into the technical and socio-cultural features of human populations that thrived in this region throughout the Holocene period by systematic archaeological surveys and examination of recovered artefacts. The discoveries reveal a wide range of stone tools, including blades, scrapers, points, etc., demonstrating the versatility and resourcefulness of ancient dwellers in the Amarkantak Plateau. The presence of microlithic tool producers in the plateau differs from the other topographical pockets where microlithic tools were reported earlier. The metric analysis of the tool typologies retrieved during the surveys points towards the diversity of the artefacts. The presence of distinct lithic typologies prepared with various technologies and materials suggests a sort of contact with neighboring locations, which might have influenced the cultural dynamics of Amarkantak. Additionally, the study examines the geographical distribution of archaeological sites across the plateau, offering insights into Holocene settlement patterns, land use practices, and resource management. Emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary research and collaboration, this study underscores the potential for reconstructing the past and enhancing our understanding of human history.

HOLOCENE Epoch; STONE implements; LAND settlement patterns; ARCHAEOLOGICAL excavations; RESOURCE management

Iranian Journal of Archaeological Studies, 2024, Vol 14, Issue 1, p17

2251-743X

Academic Journal

10.22111/IJAS.2024.46880.1284