Anthropology 335 - The Archaeology of South Asia

Institution:

St Lawrence University

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Description:

This course explores the rich South Asian past by examining the archaeology of India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. A major goal is to understand the history of archaeological research in the region, from its colonial origins to its current controversial role in Indian religious politics. We investigate the earliest physical evidence for human settlement on the subcontinent, the origins of agriculture and urban life, and the growth of religions like Hinduism and Buddhism. A particular focus is the Indus Valley civilization - one of the earliest state-level societies in the world. Among other topics: the ancient maritime trade routes between South Asia and the Roman Empire; the medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijayanagara; the position of archaeology in contemporary South Asian society.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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