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Question
With reference to the sources of information about the Sangam Age, explain the significance of the following;
Megaliths
Short Note
Solution
Megaliths — These are huge stones found at most of burial sites. A box-like structure was erected with the stone slabs, resting on each other without any mortar. Sometimes there was,an opening cut into one of the sides, also known as memorial stones.
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Sources of the Sangam Age - Megaliths
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