Question

what made india one of the most successful trade networks in the ancient world?

the strong military protection for all traders

the use of both sea and overland routes

the lack of taxes on trade goods

the development of coins to pay for trade

Explanation:

To determine what made India a successful ancient trade network, we analyze each option:

• "The strong military protection for all traders": There's little historical evidence that India's ancient trade success was due to universal military protection for traders.
• "The use of both sea and overland routes": India had extensive overland routes (like parts of the Silk Road) and sea routes (trading via the Indian Ocean), which connected it to regions like the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and beyond. This dual - route system facilitated widespread trade.
• "The lack of taxes on trade goods": Ancient Indian states likely imposed taxes on trade goods, so this is not accurate.
• "The development of coins to pay for trade": While coinage was used, the key factor for a successful trade network was the ability to connect with many regions, which was done through both sea and overland routes, not just coin development.

Answer:

B. The use of both sea and overland routes