Trade

Describe the popular trade items inside the Indian subcontinent.

The invention of a numeric system was beneficial in trading with other continents

What bodies of water were used to exchange trade items? What were some key trade routes?

Bodies of water included the Indian Oceans, the Bay of Bengal, ports in East Africa, and the China seas. The key trade routes extended from East Africa and connected trade routes

What special commodities were produced for the commercial market? (Indian Artisans)

Special commodities included gold, gems, pearls, spices, and silk.