Question

Mention the factors that led to an increase in agriculture during this period.

Answer 1

The enhanced use of iron in the field of agriculture increased the agricultural production. Iron axes were used to clear the forests. This enabled to expand the area under agriculture. Iron ploughshare was used to churn the fertile soil, hence increasing the productivity of the soil. Kings also helped to increase agricultural production by extending aid for building several irrigation structures such as tanks, canals and wells.