Question

With reference to the Indian history, the term ‘Cowries’ refers to:

• A. Metal currency of very low denominations.
• B. Market or commercial centers in early medieval South India​.
• C. Marine shells, once used as currency in many parts of the world.
• D. A secular land-sale deed​

Answer 1

The correct option is C Marine shells, once used as currency in many parts of the world.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Cowries- Marine shells, once used as currency in many parts of the world. In India cowries from the Maldive islands were used as currency from ancient times till the colonial period.