Traders, Kings and pilgrims - Chapter Wise CBSE Solved Question and Answer Based On NCERT
Points To Remember:
Since time immemorial trade had been one of the economic activities of the people, the world over .Trade was not limited to the transportation of commodities but it went beyond this. During this period ideas and beliefs of people also changed
Command over trade routes led to prosperity of kingdoms which was highly advantageous to their economy
Trade initiated with the exchange of goods, introduction of currency encouraged trade. In India trade dates back to Indus Valley civilisation. Harappans had trade links with other civilisations of the world
Cholas, cheras and pandyas were three important kingdoms, these kingdoms had two centres of power one inland other on the sea coast
Two important town were Kaveripattinam, port of Cholas and Madhurai, the capital of Pandya rulers
Technique of making silk was invented first in China; it has soft texture, glossy look and rich colour. Silk fabrics was sent as a gift to the ruler of Iran and West Asia
Pilgrims travelled with caravans of traders, it helped them to travel long distance safely. They used to halt in caves or monasteries
