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Occupation and Trade during Sangam Age

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Which town of Sangam age was entitled as the 'first emporium of India' by Roman writer Pliny?

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Musiri

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Tondi

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Korkai

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Nagapattinam

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The correct option is A Musiri
Pliny called 'Musiri' as the first emporium of India.

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