3 New Archaeological Sites Discovered in Telangana

A team of archaeologists claimed to have discovered a unique Iron Age megalithic site at Ooragutta near Bandala village in SS Tadvai mandal of Mulugu district, Telangana.

Key Facts about the Iron Age

1. Timeline: The Iron Age began between 1200 B.C. and 600 B.C. (the exact time varies by region) and followed the Stone Age and Bronze Age.
2. Discovery of Iron: Iron became the preferred metal during this time, replacing bronze because it was stronger and more durable.
3. Impact on Technology: Iron led to significant advancements:
   1. Farming: Iron plows made farming more efficient.
   2. Weapons: Iron swords and other weapons made armies much more powerful, allowing for conquest and expansion.
   3. Construction: People built larger structures like forts and bridges.
   4. Other Industries: Improvements in pottery, weaving, and mining.
4. End of the Iron Age: The Iron Age is considered part of prehistory (before widespread writing). The era ended as writing systems became more common.

FAQs:

Q1: What are megaliths?

Megaliths are large stones used to build structures or monuments. Megalithic means structures made of these large stones, often without the use of mortar or cement.