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Question
What were the main occupations of the people of the Later Vedic Period?
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Solution
Agriculture was the main occupation of the people of the Later Vedic period. The use of iron and improved farming implements brought about increased prosperity. The people also used painted grey vessels. This Period saw the growth of towns and cities as well as the development of trade by the barter system.
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