Corded Ware Culture: Origin, Distribution, Archaeological Features and Historical Significance

Category: Ancient History → Archaeology / European Prehistory

Key Pointers

  • Corded Ware Culture was a prehistoric archaeological culture of Europe.

  • Flourished broadly during the Late Neolithic/Early Bronze Age.

  • Named after characteristic corded impressions found on pottery.

  • Associated with large parts of northern, central and eastern Europe.

  • Archaeological evidence includes distinctive pottery and burial practices.

  • It is important in discussions concerning prehistoric Indo-European population movements.

UPSC Focus

Corded Ware → prehistoric Europe → cord-impressed pottery.