By: NEELAM SHARMA, RAJPAL
This study compares the archaeological sites of Daulatpur and Bhagwanpura in Haryana to clarify cultural developments during the Late Harappan and early post-Harappan periods. Both settlements have yielded rich ceramic assemblages and a variety of small artifacts that illuminate technological practices, daily activities, and socio-economic conditions. The pottery from both sites shows strong continuity with Harappan ceramic traditions in terms of fabrics, forms, and stylistic traits, indicating the persistence of shared cultural practices. At the same time, differences in vessel shapes, manufacturing techniques, and decorative choices reveal localized adaptations and evolving craft traditions shaped by regional dynamics. Additional artifacts—terracotta objects, stone tools, bone and ivory items, beads, and other small finds—provide further evidence of specialized production, resource use, and possible exchange networks. Together, these materials help reconstruct the broader material culture and craft activities of the communities. By examining similarities and differences between the two sites, the study situates Daulatpur and Bhagwanpura within the wider Late Harappan cultural landscape. The findings highlight a dual process of continuity with Harappan traditions alongside emerging cultural transformations, offering insight into the complex transitions that followed the decline of the Harappan urban system.
