What were the main occupations in the Early Vedic period?

In the beginning, the Indo-Aryans were nomads who moved from one place to another. Cattle rearing and cattle farming were their major occupations. Cattle, horses, sheep, goats and asses were reared. The cow was a mark of wealth, and considered very valuable.

As the Vedic people settled down, agriculture became an important occupation. People developed the art of weaving, carpentry, chariot-making and metal work.