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Which town became a major commercial city like Ahmedabad?
Which town became a major commercial city like Ahmedabad?
- Hampi
- Murshidabad (correct)
- Thanjavur
- Masulipatnam
What architectural features characterized buildings in Hampi during its flourishing days?
What architectural features characterized buildings in Hampi during its flourishing days?
- Thatched roofs and mud walls
- Splendid arches, domes, and pillared halls (correct)
- Tudor-style roofs and chimneys
- Skyscrapers and glass facades
Which group dominated the markets in Hampi during its prosperous period?
Which group dominated the markets in Hampi during its prosperous period?
- Mayans
- Chettis and Muslim merchants (correct)
- Roman soldiers
- Vikings
What festival was one of the most prominent celebrations in Hampi?
What festival was one of the most prominent celebrations in Hampi?
What type of craft work was famous in the region around Hampi?
What type of craft work was famous in the region around Hampi?
Which town served as a gateway for trade with West Asia?
Which town served as a gateway for trade with West Asia?
What were the market streets in small towns called where shops were located?
What were the market streets in small towns called where shops were located?
Which traders traveled in caravans by forming guilds for trade?
Which traders traveled in caravans by forming guilds for trade?
What was the importance of Kabul from the 16th century onwards?
What was the importance of Kabul from the 16th century onwards?
What important products were carried by camels from Kabul to the subcontinent and elsewhere?
What important products were carried by camels from Kabul to the subcontinent and elsewhere?
Which group was known for crafts like cotton cleaning, spinning, and dyeing?
Which group was known for crafts like cotton cleaning, spinning, and dyeing?
What was the role of a samanta in small towns?
What was the role of a samanta in small towns?
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