Question

Megaliths are found in ______.

Answer 1

Hint: In Latin, megaliths are derived from Mega (big, huge) and liths (stones). Megaliths are large single stone structures that are either constructed on the burial sites or commemorative memorials. These structures are some of the earliest man-made structures and give evidence for prehistoric cultures.

Complete answer:
Megaliths are found in many of the states in the Indian subcontinent namely Maharashtra ( Vidarbha region), Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. They are dated back to almost 3000-5000 BC. They are seen in the majority of parts of Southern India.
Most of these megaliths' structures were constructed to serve the purpose of burial and post commemorative rituals. An example of this can be Brahmagiri archeological site, Karnataka which was first found out by Benjamin. L Rice in 1891, who found the rock edits from the Mauryan empire in India. It is of great significance and gives evidence of various periods - Microlith, megalith, etc. In India, megaliths can be found of diverse nature, ranging from Menhirs, rock-cut, stone alignments, etc. Some examples of Megaliths in India are Nilaskal ( Karnataka ), Jupoani ( Maharashtra), Nilurallu ( Andhra Pradesh), etc.
So, the correct answer is Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, etc..

Note: The oldest megaliths in India are now found in present-day Afghanistan belonging to the 3000 BC old Indus Valley, and the largest megalith in India is found at Junapani on Nagpur katal road, which has the largest number of stone circles in the country. These megaliths are an important aspect of student ancient cultures.