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With reference to the period of the Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura, and Chaul were known as
- A.ports handling foreign trade
- B.capitals of powerful kingdoms
- C.places of exquisite stone art and architecture
- D.important of Buddhist pilgrimage centres
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: A. ports handling foreign trade
Ghantasala, located in the Krishna delta, and Chaul, near Mumbai, were significant port towns during the Gupta period. These locations facilitated maritime trade with foreign countries, including the Roman Empire and Southeast Asia, thereby contributing to the economic prosperity of the Gupta empire. Kadura also served as a commercial center involved in this extensive trade network.
Source: UPSC gs1 2020