Which of the following evidences of Upper Palaeolithic and Mesolithic periods conclusively proves that the rock paintings were made by the occupants of the caves and shelters?
A. From the findings of bones
B. From the findings of charred grains
C. From the occurrence of haematite pieces found in the debris of occupational debris of the period
D. From the names inscribed on those paintings
Answer:C
Which of the following evidences of Upper Palaeolithic and Mesolithic periods conclusively proves that the rock paintings were made by the occupants of the caves and shelters?
A. From the findings of bones B. From the findings of charred grains C. From the occurrence of haematite pieces found in the debris of occupational debris of the period D. From the names inscribed on those paintings
Explanation: Some of the important rock-painting sites are Murhana Pahar in Uttar Pradesh, Bhimbetka, Adamgarh, Lakha Juar in Madhya Pradesh and Kupagallu in Karnataka. The occurrence of haematite pieces found in the occupational debris of Upper Palaeolithic and Mesolithic periods conclusively proves that these paintings were made by the occupants of those caves and shelters.