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Neolithic settlement at Chirand
Journal of Bihar Research Society • 56 • Published In 1970 • Pages: 16-35 , plates
By: Narain, L. A..
Abstract
This is a brief survey of the archaeological site of Chirand located in Saran district, north Bihar, India. The author discusses apparent reasons for the settlement of Neolithic people at Chirand, the geography of the region, agriculture, and the lithic, bone tool, and ceramic industries. In closing, Narain makes comparisons between this site and other Neolithic sites in India.
- Region
- Asia
- Sub Region
- South Asia
- Document Type
- article
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Archaeologist
- Document Rating
- 4: Excellent Secondary Data
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Notes
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 34-35)
- LCCN
- 44039614
- LCSH
- India--Antiquities