Question

write a short note on external trade during the mediaeval period

Answer 1

External Trade is a major symbol of the financial condition of a country. The external trade is favour-able to both the exporting and the importing nations. During the medieval period, the external trade of India flourished. India had trade relations with various countries including Persia, China, Africa Europe and other places. The main items of export from India were textiles, spices, ivory, precious stones, and objects with inlay crafts. Whereas, the chief items of import included horses, (from Arabia and Kabul), glassware from Europe, raw silk and porcelain from China.