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Rock art, that is paintings and carvings on natural rock formations, is one of the earliest forms of creative expression and a universal phenomenon among prehistoric societies. An instrument of communication rather than simply art, it is an assemblage of material culture which provides a glimpse into the lives of people who painted them. Art is a powerful tool to express oneself, and rock art is a window into the prehistoric mind as the paintings reflect imagination, creativity, emotions, and tenderness. Rock art is the primary source to study the culture, rituals, traditions, and lives of prehistoric societies. In a multidisciplinary approach, scientists attempt to date the paintings while artists seek the meaning behind them.
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Adamgarh, Cave no. 1.Vaishali Bhadauriya (CC BY-SA)
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