History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c29.s1.t4.1
History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c29.s1.t4.1
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Around 6th century B.C emerges the second civilization in India and we find the coming up of the capital cities of the sixteen *Mahājanapadas* (great kingdoms) like those of Kauśāmbi, Rājgir, Campā, Vaiśāli, Kāsī, Śrāvasti, Ahicchatra, Hastināpura, Mathura, Ujjain, Taxila etc. This civilization brings with it the fortified cities, kiln burnt bricks, highways which promoted long distance trade and communication and introduction of coinage and meaningful use of iron.