How written records came?

Written records emerged around 3200 BCE in ancient Mesopotamia, primarily for the purpose of keeping track of trade and administrative activities. The earliest form of writing, cuneiform, involved inscribing wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets. This innovation allowed societies to document laws, transactions, and historical events, facilitating communication and governance. Over time, different cultures developed their own writing systems, leading to the diverse array of written records we see today.