Tag: history

A megalith is a large stone that has been used to construct a structure or monument, either alone or together with other stones. In prehistoric art, it was often a undressed stone used in the construction of various types of Neolithic, Chalcolithic or Bronze Age monuments, during the period 4500-1000 BCE. Some of the examples of megaliths are Thoppikkallu, Kudakkallu, Sacrophagus, Menhir.

The muthumakkathazhi or nannangadi is a megalithic burial monument in which the corpse is buried in a big urn. The word muthumakkathazhi is derived from muthumakkal (predecessors in local parlance) and thazhi (big urn). Some claim that the pot was named so as it was used to bury the corpses of prominent persons like village chieftains.

During the Sangam Age, cattle-raiding posed an interesting and challenging topic. Cattle-raiding was also known as Vetchi. The protection of cattle by bringing them from enemies came under the category of cattle seizure. This practice was adopted to increase the cattle wealth. This practice was known by the name Vetchi.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

Pottery in the Indian subcontinent has an ancient history and is one of the most tangible and iconic elements of Indian art. Evidence of pottery has been found in the early settlements of lahuradewa and later the indus vallery civilization.

today cultural art that is still practiced extensively in Indian subcontinent. Until recent times all Indian pottery has been earthen including terracotta.

The morning markets of ancient Tamilakam were known as Nalangadi. The commodities obtained from these markets were of daily use. Also, they were obtained in different Tinais. This exchange was accomplished by the merchant group known as Umanar.

Thus, the correct answer is A.

The evening markets of ancient Tamilakam were known as Allalavanam. The commodities obtained from these markets were of daily use. Also, they were obtained in different Tinais. This exchange was accomplished by the merchant group known as Umanar.

Thus, the correct answer is C.

Kadamba dynasty was an ancient Brahmin dynasty of Karnataka. The dynasty was founded by Mayurasharma in 345 CE. This rule lasted till 525 CE.

Kadamba dynasty was an ancient Brahmin dynasty of Karnataka. The dynasty was founded by Mayurasharma in 345 CE. This rule lasted till 525 CE. After a vast blood shed King Shivakoti adopted Jainism.

Chalukyas of Badami was the earliest Chalukyan Empire founded by Pulakesin-I in sixth century AD. Badami or Vatapi was the capital of this dynasty. It ruled mostly over Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. 

The Chalukyas of Badami were great builders as well as art-lovers. They built beautiful temples at Badami, Aihole and Pattadakallu. They developed a special style of sculpture called ‘The Chalukya Style’ in Indian architecture. Aihole was one of the cradles of temple architecture. Evolution of the series of temples architecture was first experimented here. This style found its full expression at Pattadakallu.