Question

How did flourishing of trade help in Mutual exchange in ideas and customs?

Answer 1

While the primary function of trade (especially in the olden days) is buying and selling of goods, it also helps the society in several other ways.

Exchange of culture, ideas and customs take place as a result of trade relationships. Trade with distant countries bring people of these regions together. There is exchange of culture and ideas between these people. Several ideas and practices, previously unknown, are learnt in the process which benefits both the parties.