Question

What are the various features of the pit houses built by Neolithic man at Burzahom.

Answer 1

Pit-houses were built by Neolithic man in Burzahom which is in modern day Kashmir. These houses had distinct features like

1. They were built underground with stairs.
2. Thus the pit-houses protected people from cold weather.
3. Cooking chimney corners were also found both inside and outside the huts.
4. Hence according to the weather conditions, people cooked food either inside the huts or outside.