[Solved] Dog Skeleton in Human Burial | Burzahom Neolithic Site

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

[U.P. Lower Sub. Prelims 2008]

Detailed Solution & Historical Context

Concept

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

Authentic Source Evidence

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

Analytical Breakdown

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.

Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic

"What other unique feature is found at Burzahom?"

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

Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip

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

Topic Clusters (click to see related topic questions)

Domestication of animals 2