Name: Hunter-Gatherers of India: Their Tools and Shelter
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 4 min 58 s
Description: Why were people called hunter-gatherers millions of years ago? And why did these hunter-gatherers move from place to place?

Question

Have you ever seen old coins, books, clothes, jewellery or utensils in and around your house? What type of information can we gain from such objects? Or from old houses or buildings?

Accepted Answer

The information gained from Historical and Archaeological objects can be described as follows:

Old coins, books, clothes, jewelry, and utensils serve as valuable windows into the past. Coins reveal details about historical economies, trade, and political regimes, providing insights into the rulers, currency, and values of different eras. Similarly, old books offer glimpses into past literary, educational, and intellectual trends, reflecting cultural and historical contexts through language and content.

Old clothes, jewelry, and utensils shed light on daily life and social practices. Clothing styles and fabrics indicate fashion trends, social status, and technological advancements in textile production. Jewelry can reveal cultural significance, craftsmanship, and trade connections, while utensils reflect dietary practices, cooking methods, and technological progress in kitchen tools. Together, these artifacts help reconstruct historical lifestyles and societal norms.

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