Question

You are a history scholar and studying the ancient trade routes of India. As the trade flourished through the land and sea routes, there were many exchanges between India and the rest of the world. Which of the following ideas of Indian origin spread through the trade routes?

• A. Ramayana and Upanishads
• B. Panchatantra
• C. Numeral and the Decimal systems
• D. Islamic Architecture

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

Numeral and the Decimal systems

The land and sea trade routes were the medium through which merchandise and ideas were exchanged between India and the rest of the world. These ancient Indian routes helped spread thoughts and ideas of the Ramayana and Upanishads, tales from the Panchatantra, the numeral and decimal system. India also adopted the architectural styles and art forms of the Islamic and Greco-Roman world.