Archaeologists Discover 3,500-Year-Old Human Habitation in Nagaland Caves
Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of prehistoric human habitation dating back approximately 3,500 years in caves and rockshelters of Noklak district, Nagaland. The first systematic excavation in the Naga Hills Ophiolite Belt revealed ancient pottery, stone tools, hearths, and charred grains of foxtail millet and Job's tears, indicating early agriculture and hunting practices. The findings, confirmed through Accelerator Mass Spectrometry dating, provide new insights into the region's ancient communities and their adaptation to the Indo-Myanmar frontier.
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northeastnow broke this story on 20 Jul, 02:05 pm. Other outlets followed.
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