Tamil Nadu's Iron Age Dates Back 5,300 Years: CM Stalin
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Synopsis
On January 23, Tamil Nadu CM M. K. Stalin announced that the Iron Age in the region began over 5,300 years ago, highlighting the significance of iron smelting technology developed in Tamil Nadu, with findings compiled in a new book.
Key Takeaways
- The Iron Age in Tamil Nadu started over 5,300 years ago.
- Iron smelting technology originated in Tamil Nadu around 3345 BCE.
- Findings analyzed at premier global laboratories.
- New book titled 'The Antiquity of Iron' documents these discoveries.
- Continued research is essential for further validation.
Chennai, Jan 23 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M. K. Stalin, declared on Thursday that the Iron Age in Tamil Nadu commenced over 5,300 years ago.
In his statement, the Chief Minister, who is also the leader of the DMK, remarked: "I am informing the world: The art of smelting iron originated in Tamil Nadu over 5,300 years ago. It can be confidently stated that iron was introduced in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu, around 3345 BCE. Samples from Tamil Nadu were analyzed at leading laboratories globally, including those in Pune and Florida."
CM Stalin disclosed that the Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department undertook a meticulous comparison and review of the findings, affirming these assertions.
He also revealed that these discoveries have been documented in a book titled 'The Antiquity of Iron'.
This publication features insights from national archaeology experts who evaluated the results of the analyses.
The Chief Minister stressed the necessity of continuous research, stating: "The metallurgical analysis of iron artifacts unearthed from various locations, coupled with future excavations at sites containing iron ore, will fortify these discoveries. These initiatives will yield additional evidence and clarity to corroborate these findings, and we anticipate such robust proof with optimism."
CM Stalin underscored the importance of these revelations, asserting that the method for extracting iron from ore was first pioneered globally in Tamil Nadu.
He added, "We have scientifically verified that iron was introduced in the Tamil region over 5,300 years ago."
CM Stalin expressed: "This is a significant source of pride for Tamil, the Tamil people, Tamil Nadu, and the Tamil land. It is a monumental contribution from Tamil Nadu to the entire human race."
The Chief Minister reiterated his enduring belief that the history of India should be chronicled from the viewpoint of Tamil Nadu.
He praised the Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department for its relentless research, which he claimed continues to create important milestones in the comprehension of history.
