Question

Which sea was the main trade route of Muslim world with eastern Africa, Persia and Asia?

• A. Black Sea
• B. Red Sea
• C. Arabian Sea
• D. South China Sea

Answer 1

The correct option is B Red Sea

Red sea was the main trade route of Muslim world with eastern Africa, Persia and Asia.

The Periplus also describes how Hippalus first discovered the direct route from the Red Sea to India. The Red Sea was favored for Roman trade with India starting with the reign of Augustus, when the Roman Empire gained control over the Mediterranean, Egypt, and the northern Red Sea.