Q. Which of the following is not a feature of Neolithic cultures?
(a) Cultivation of Plants
(b) Domestication of animals
(c) Use of Iron for agriculture
(d) Sedentary farming
Ans: (c) Use of Iron for agriculture
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Use of Iron for agriculture.
The Neolithic period, also known as the New Stone Age, was a time of significant agricultural and societal advancements. It marked the transition from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle to settled farming communities. The features associated with Neolithic cultures include:
(a) Cultivation of Plants: Neolithic societies developed agriculture and began cultivating plants such as wheat, barley, rice, corn, and other domesticated crops.
(b) Domestication of Animals: Neolithic communities domesticated animals such as goats, sheep, pigs, cows, and horses for various purposes, including food, labor, and transportation.
(d) Sedentary farming: Neolithic cultures were characterized by a shift from nomadic lifestyles to settled farming communities. People started living in permanent or semi-permanent settlements, engaging in farming and herding activities.
However, the use of iron for agriculture is not a feature of Neolithic cultures. The Neolithic period predates the Iron Age, which came later in human history. During the Neolithic period, stone tools were primarily used, and iron was not yet utilized for agricultural purposes.
Therefore, the correct answer is option (c) Use of Iron for agriculture.
