An Encyclopaedia of Indian Archaeology v1.c9.s14.t1.2
An Encyclopaedia of Indian Archaeology v1.c9.s14.t1.2
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At none of the excavated sites has a primary Neolithic level preceding the Chalcolithic occupation been established, although a Neolithic phase was definitely in existence in this region [4.6.4]. The find of polished stone celts in the Chalcolithic context at BHARATPUR is however significant. Besides microliths, which had a long antecedent in this part of W. Bengal, lingered even along with iron.