Ancient History
2020
Gupta Empire
With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Chaul were well known as
B.capitals of powerful kingdoms
D.important Buddhist pilgrimage centres
A.ports handling foreign trade
C.places of exquisite stone art and architecture
Correct Answer: Option A
During the Gupta period, and even before and after, India maintained extensive maritime trade relations with various regions including Egypt, Rome, Southeast Asia, and China.
Several towns served as important ports facilitating this trade.
Specifically:
- Ghantasala and Kadura were significant ports in the Andhra region.
- Chaul (along with Kalyan, Broach, and Cambay) was a key port connecting India to the Roman Empire.
These ports were vital for the exchange of goods and cultural interactions.
Therefore, Ghantasala, Kadura, and Chaul were well-known as ports handling foreign trade.
Hence, option A is correct.
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