Short notes
Palaeo-Anthropological evidences from India with special reference to Siwaliks and Narmada basin (Ramapithecus, Sivapithecus and Narmada Man).
Palaeo-Anthropological Evidences From India With Special Reference To Siwaliks A
Definition
Integrated geology with archaeology, especially stratigraphy, making Indian prehistory more scientific
Ramapithecus
Definition
Sahelanthropus tchadensis (~7–6 mya): Discovered in the Sahel desert of Chad, this fossil is a mosaic of primitive (ape-like) and derived (human-like) traits. Its anteriorly positioned foramen magnum suggests the head was positioned for upright walking.
Sivapithecus
Definition
Sahelanthropus tchadensis (~7–6 mya): Discovered in the Sahel desert of Chad, this fossil is a mosaic of primitive (ape-like) and derived (human-like) traits. Its anteriorly positioned foramen magnum suggests the head was positioned for upright walking.
Narmada Man
Definition
Integrated geology with archaeology, especially stratigraphy, making Indian prehistory more scientific