Why are archaeological sources generally considered more important than literary sources for the study of Prehistory?

BPSC Prelims History Sources of Prehistoric Study Hard New Pattern Probability 0.960

Question

Why are archaeological sources generally considered more important than literary sources for the study of Prehistory?

C
Written records were not available during prehistoric times
B
Archaeological sources are always more accurate
C
Literary sources are banned in archaeology
D
Prehistoric people avoided communication

Explanation

Short Explanation
Written records were absent in prehistoric times.
Detailed Explanation

Since prehistory predates the invention of writing, archaeological remains are the primary and often the only direct source of information.

Source: Standard Limitations of Literary Sources

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