November 07, 2020

Evidence of dairy productsfound in Indus Valley Civilization

Evidence of dairy products in the Indus Valley Civilization

Indian and Canadian archaeologists have found that before 2500 BCE, dairy products were used by the Harappans. This study was conducted on the basis of molecular chemical analysis. 

Important key points:


Analysis of residues in pots found at Kotra Bhaldi in Gujarat yielded evidence of boiled milk.

Studies have shown that a large amount of milk was present. This indicates that there used to be milk trade between
Different towns.


About Indus Valley Civilization:


In the year 1920, the Archaeological Department of the British Government first excavated in the Indus Valley and Harappa and Mohenjodaro like two ancient cities were found. Thus, in the year 2020, 100 years of discovery Have been done in Indus Valley Civilization.

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