Question

Answer the following questions as asked. (1 Pks each) Fill in the blanks. 1. was the centre of trade routes between India and Europe.​

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____ was the centre of trade routes between India and Europe.

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The Silk Route was the centre of trade routes between India and Europe.

★$\textbf{Definition—}$

The Silk Route is a historical web of interlinking trade routes across the Afro-Eurasian landmass that connected South,West and Eastern Asia with the European world and parts of North and East Africa.

★$\textbf{Historical Significance—}$

1. This route has its historical significance and therefore it was a significant international trade route.
2. It was an exchange of cultural heritage.
3. The Silk Route was used to export silk to Western countries so it developed as a link between East and West.
4. Along with silk;spices,woods,metalwork,grains, fruits and vegetables were also transported.

★$\textbf{Time Period—}$

• It was expanded by Han dynasty around 114 BC.
• It was most popular during Tsang dynasty.