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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.
Subjects
Fauna
Cereal agriculture
Diet
Bone, horn, and shell technology
Ceramic technology
Lithic industries
Settlement patterns
tradition
Ganges Neolithic
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