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Page-2 of Human Evolution

Human evolution is the process by which humans developed from earlier hominins. It spans millions of years. Key stages include the emergence of bipedalism and the use of tools. Fossils provide evidence of our ancestors. Genetic studies reveal our connections to other species. This journey highlights adaptability and survival. Understanding our evolution informs our identity and place in the natural world.

UPSC Civil Services (Mains) Examination Anthropology Syllabus

UPSC Civil Services (Mains) Examination Syllabus of Anthropology. Paper I 1. Meaning and scope Anthropology Relationship with other...

 December 26, 2022

The World War I and’Revolutionary Activities Abroad

The First World War had a profound effect on the national'movement in India. It gave a new meaning...

 October 22, 2022

Human-made things outweighs Earth’s Living Things

According to a team of environmental researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel, Human-made things are...

 December 11, 2020

Last Known Homo Erectus Settlement Found in Indonesia

Recent studies published in 'Nature' reveal fascinating information about the last known settlement of Homo erectus, an extinct...

 January 2, 2020

Oldest Known Human Ancestor’s Skull Found in Ethiopia

The recent unearthing of a fascinating and well-preserved adult male skull, identified as MRD-VP-1/1 or commonly known as...

 August 29, 2019

India Plans First Human Genome Mapping Project

India is forging a new path in health with the launch of its first Human Genome Mapping project....

 August 4, 2019

Japan Approves Growing Human Organs in Animals

Scientists in Japan, led by Professor Hiromitsu Nakauchi of Stanford University, are set to break new grounds in...

 August 1, 2019

Earliest Evidence of Ochre on Bone Engravings Found in China

In a remarkable archaeological finding, there has been tangible evidence from China linking Ochre use on bone engravings...

 July 12, 2019

Manav: DBT and Persistent Systems Launch Human Atlas Initiative

It is a great pleasure to introduce the multi-crore ‘Manav’ initiative, a revolutionary step by the Department of...

 July 5, 2019

Scientists 3D Print Heart Using Human Tissue

In a world full of science and technology, Israel scientists have achieved a landmark breakthrough by unveiling a...

 April 15, 2019

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