The sixth century BCE is often regarded as a major turning point in early Indian history
i. An era associated with early states, cities.
ii. An era associated with the growing use of iron.
iii. An era associated with the development of coinage.
iv. It witnessed the growth of diverse systems of thought (Religions) including Buddhism and Jainism.
v. It is also associated with emergence of Sixteen Mahajanapadas Justification by giving any four points
