India and Australia’s Ancient Ties: Migration, Dingo Origins, and Shared Ecology
The historical connection between India and Australia extends far beyond contemporary trade or immigration, tracing back thousands of years with strong archaeological, genetic, and ecological evidence, forming an essential aspect of the ancient India Australia connection. Gondwanaland Connection – A Shared Geological Past Australia and India share a geological history dating back around 180 million years, both being part of the ancient supercontinent known as Gondwanaland . According to Australia's Government Science Agency, CSIRO , Gondwanaland began to break apart approximately 180 million years ago, positioning India and Australia into their current geographical locations. This geological history signifies an ancient natural connection between the lands, explaining similarities in geological formations, fossil records, and mineral resources found in both regions today. Genetic Links and Migration from India to Australia Significant research, including studies published by th...