Question

Explain why Surat was the gateway for trade with West

Answer 1

Surat- A gateway to the West. Surat (Gujarat) was the emporium of western trade during the Mughal period. Surat was called the gateway for trade with West Asia via the Gulf of Ormuz. It was also called the gate to Mecca because many pilgrim ships set sail from here.

Answer 2

Answer:

• Surat- A gateway to the West. Surat (Gujarat) was the emporium of western trade during the Mughal period. Surat was called the gateway for trade with West Asia via the Gulf of Ormuz. It was also called the gate to Mecca because many pilgrim ships set sail from here.