Question

why were trade settlement fortified?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Trade settlements fortified because in bengal the English east India company established its first trade settlements at hugli around 1651

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Answer 2

Trade settlements are fortified to protect them from an enemy attack.

EXPLANATION:

Trade settlements were established when traders exchanged their 'goods' and 'services' for money or for some other goods.

Trade settlements led to the economic growth of a region and improved the standard of living of people and hence these need to be protected. If the trade 'settlements' were not fortified, they would be attacked by enemies that could lead to destruction of trade.