| Different kinds of rock originated on earth after | | | | have their roots in pre-historic times, as at that time the |
| numerous geological activities. These rocks with their | | | | weapons and other tools were made of stone. More |
| different compositions came to be called stones like | | | | professional approach in stone craft came in 7th |
| Redstone, Soapstone, Sandstone, Limestone, Marble, | | | | century BC. During this time, several guilds of stone |
| Granite and many others. Indian landmass is also made | | | | carvers and masons existed in India. During Maurya |
| up of several kinds of rocks and the stone obtained | | | | rule stone craft reached to its perfection. A number of |
| here has been used in making forts, palaces, temples, | | | | rock stupas, rock cut caves and Buddhist chaityas |
| sculptures, household items and for other | | | | were raised during this period. |
| miscellaneous purposes. In India, stone crafting traditions | | | | |