Trace the evolution of urban centres from the Later Vedic period to the Mauryan age. Analyse the drivers of urbanisation and discuss its social consequences.

Topic: Ancient and Medieval Q2. Trace the evolution of urban centres from the Later Vedic period to the Mauryan age. Analyse the drivers of urbanisation and discuss its social consequences. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question The historical process behind the “second urbanisation” in India and links it to the rise …