Anthropology for UPSC
Delve into a comprehensive 10-hour course on Paper-II Anthropology, specifically designed for UPSC preparation. Explore the evolution of Indian culture and civilization, from prehistoric Palaeolithic and Mesolithic periods to Neolithic and Chalcolithic eras. Examine the Indus Civilization and tribal culture contributions. Study palaeo-anthropological evidence from Siwaliks and Narmada, including Ramapithecus, Sivapithecus, and Narmada Man. Investigate ethno-archaeology in India, demographic profiles, and linguistic elements. Analyze traditional Indian social systems, including Varnashrama, Purushartha, Karma, Rina, and rebirth concepts. Gain in-depth knowledge of the caste system, dominant castes, caste mobility, and the tribe-caste continuum. Enhance your understanding with value-added content on folk-urban continuums and practice with UPSC previous year questions throughout the course.