Difference Between the material life of Rigvedic and Later Vedic people

Rigvedic (1500–1000 BCE) and Later Vedic (1000–600 BCE) phases show transition from pastoralism to agrarian economy with iron technology. Agriculture Rigvedic: Barley main crop, limited farming. Later Vedic: Rice, wheat, pulses, surplus production. Pastoral Life Rigvedic: Cattle = wealth, more pastoral. Later Vedic: Agriculture dominant, pastoral life secondary. Metals & Tools Rigvedic: Copper, bronze tools; […]

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