Question

our country has cultural linkage with entire Asian countries through the age explain the statement

Answer 1

  India has always been lucky when it comes to trade throughout continental Asia. Bordering 7 countries known to mass produce raw materials, it has always been the center where all the trade routes passed through.
 
  India itself has always produced and exported good quality raw material to far off Asian countries in Pacific Asia and the other South East Asian countries. Trade routes like the Silk Road and other small ones have contributed to India being well connected to other countries and making trade much easier. Trade is the main reason why India has a cultural linkage to other countries in Asia. 

Answer 2

The central position of India in Asia has ensured that it has cultural linkage with various countries of the continent.  

Explanation:  

• India is situated between China, Nepal and various countries in the west. Many of these countries were connected via the silk route.

• This route has helped achieve transportation of commodities, idea and culture from these countries.

• Ideas from ancient scriptures like Vedas, Upanishads,etc.

• Spices, the decimal system has reached many parts of the world.

• India has also had influence from Greek sculpture and architectural styles.