History of Trade in India
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During the Ancient Trade and Commerce in the Indus Valley Civilization, what type of trade routes were utilized?

  • Aerial trade routes
  • Maritime routes (correct)
  • Underground trade routes
  • Overland trade routes
  • Which empire significantly contributed to the prosperity of trade and commerce under their rule?

  • The Mauryas (correct)
  • The Ottomans
  • The Safavids
  • The Mughals
  • What impact did the British East India Company have on India's economic landscape?

  • Invested in local infrastructure
  • Resource exploitation and changes in trade patterns (correct)
  • Encouraged local businesses
  • Promoted fair trade practices
  • What was one of the key aims of the Green Revolution in India?

    <p>Increase agricultural productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which economic system did India adopt post-independence?

    <p>Mixed economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What policy changes were introduced in the liberalization of 1991 in India?

    <p>Dismantled the License Raj</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cities emerged as global IT hubs contributing significantly to India's position in the technology industry?

    <p>Bangalore and Hyderabad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which era was characterized by the presence of well-established trade routes under empires like the Cholas?

    <p>Medieval Trade and Empires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant aspect of the economic system during the Colonial Era influenced by the British East India Company?

    <p>Resource exploitation for economic gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Green Revolution aim to increase agricultural productivity?

    <p>Through the introduction of high-yielding crop varieties</p> Signup and view all the answers

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