In which Palaeolithic age is the invention of language believed to have occurred?

Answer

Middle Palaeolithic age.

Explanation

Language was invented during the Middle Palaeolithic age (100,000 BC - 40,000 BC) by the Neanderthals.

Key Points

  • > 100,000 BC - 40,000 BC
  • > Neanderthals
  • > Invention of language

Additional Information

"- Tools were more refined and lighter than the Lower Palaeolithic era.\n- Notable tools: blades, pointers, scrapers.\n- Key sites: Nevasa, Bhimbetka."
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