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How did the use of iron help in the expansion of agriculture?

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The eastern parts of the Gangetic plains had thick vegetation. Iron tools helped in clearing the forests and bringing this land under cultivation. The use of plough with iron blades enabled deeper ploughing. This increased agricultural productivity.

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