U.P. Lower Sub. Prelims 2008

Neolithic Burial Customs

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which of the following sites has yielded skeleton of the dog along with human skeleton in burial?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: B

Concept Burial customs in the Neolithic period often reflect the close relationship between humans and domesticated animals.

Explanation Excavations at Burzahom (Kashmir) revealed a unique ritual practice where domestic dogs were buried with their masters in the same grave.

Logical Breakup
Burzahom (B): This is the hallmark site for this specific archaeological finding in North India.
Significance: It indicates the domestication of dogs and their role as faithful companions even into the afterlife.

Active Recall

Question

What other unique feature is found at Burzahom?

Answer

Burzahom is also famous for its 'pit-dwellings' which provided warmth during the harsh Himalayan winters.

Core Insight

The dog-human burial at Burzahom is a touching prehistoric record of the 'bond' between species, highlighting a high level of ritualized domestic life.