With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Cha

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With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Chaul were well known as

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Correct Answer: A — ports handling foreign tradeStep-by-step Solution:During the Gupta period and later, Ghantasala (Andhra Pradesh), Kadura (Andhra), and Chaul (Maharashtra) were important ports on the east and west coasts. They facilitated India’s maritime trade with Rome, Southeast Asia, and China. They were involved in the export of spices, textiles, and gems, and import of gold, wine, and other luxury goods. ✓Why other options are incorrect:Option B: Capitals like Pataliputra, Ujjain, etc.Option C: Stone art sites include Mathura, Sarnath, etc.Option D: Buddhist pilgrimage sites: Bodh Gaya, Sarnath, etc.Key Concept: Indian maritime trade flourished under the Guptas. Other major ports: Tamralipti (Bengal), Broach (Gujarat), Muziris (Kerala). Ghantasala has yielded Roman coins and amphorae. Chaul was also a port in the medieval period and was visited by the Portuguese.

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