What triggered the 'Second Urbanization' in India?

The use of iron tools (like the iron plough) allowed for clearing the dense forests of the Gangetic plain, leading to agricultural surplus and the rise of cities.

Historical Evolution of India

UPSC Archival Analysis

Exam Year

1998

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ID: HIS_ANC_1998_17 Ref: Standard Educational Reference

What is the correct chronological order in which the following appeared in India? 1. Gold coins, 2. Punch-marked silver coins, 3. Iron plough, 4. Urban culture

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Correct Option: D

The correct chronological order is: Urban culture (IVC), Iron plough (Vedic), Punch-marked coins (6th c. BCE), and Gold coins (2nd c. BCE).