INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
During the pre-Gupta age the foreign trade was most extensive with
A
South East Asian Countries
B
China
C
Central Asia
D
Roman Empire
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -d Sapphire was the most precious stone in terms of foreign trade in Gupta period.

Detailed explanation-2: -Gupta Empire carried out trade with China, Ceylon and other European countries. After around 550 AD, trading activities with the Roman Empire were relaxed. The Guptas imported Chinese silk and ivory from East Africa. During this time, South-‐ East Asia became a trade centre for the Gupta Empire.

Detailed explanation-3: -India exported spices, precious stones, fine cloth, perfumes, ivory, iron, dyes rice, peacocks, parrots, monkeys, etc. India received gold and silver coins, wine, glass, and metals in return.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Gupta age was progressive in foreign trade. 2. There was peace and prosperity.

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