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Human Evolution - Human Ancestors

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  • Key Points: Human Ancestors
Maharashtra State Board: Class 10
CISCE: Class 10

Key Points: Human Ancestors

Ancestor Time Period (Approx.) Key Features
Dryopithecus & Ramapithecus ~15–20 million years ago Ape-like ancestors; known from jaw and tooth fossils, showed upright posture and jaw strength
Australopithecus ~40 lakh years ago Small in size, walked upright, man-like teeth, no chin; mix of ape and human traits
Homo habilis ~20 lakh years ago Larger brain, bipedal, first tool-user; known as “skilled human”
Homo erectus ~15 lakh years ago Fully upright, used fire, hunted, had human-like teeth
Neanderthals & Cro-Magnons ~50,000 years ago Showed social behavior, tool-making, hunting, and cultural evolution; close to modern humans
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