A clay model of a plough has been found at the Harappan site of Banawali. Banawali is an archaeological site associated with the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, located in present-day Haryana, India. The discovery of such artifacts provides insights into the agricultural practices and technological advancements of the Harappan people. The plough was an essential tool for cultivation during that time.

The Jains claim their religion to be eternal, and consider Rishabhanatha the founder in the present time-cycle, who lived for 8,400,000 purva years. Rishabhanatha is the first tirthankar among the 24 Tirthankaras who is considered mythical figure by modern day historians, based on loose supports.