Ancient History
2023
Sangam Age
With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as
A.capital cities
C.centres of iron-and-steel making
B.ports
D.shrines of Jain Tirthankaras
Correct Answer: Option B
Korkai, Poompuhar, and Muchiri were well-known ports in ancient South India.
Sangam literature provides valuable insights into the urban centers and cultures of early historical South India.
Kaverippumpattinam (also known as Poompuhar or Puhar) was the primary Chola port during that era. Classical accounts mention it as Khaberis or Camara.
Korkai served as the major Pandya port, while Tondi and Muchiri were significant ports within the Chera kingdom.
Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.
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