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Which of the following ancient Indian kingdoms had a strong maritime trade tradition?

medium MCQ 2 marks Class 6 · History · Traders, Kings and Pilgrims
  1. Gandhara
  2. Pataliputra
  3. Kalinga
  4. Magadha
Answer
Kalinga

The correct answer is Kalinga — Therefore Kalinga had the strongest maritime trade tradition among the options.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Kalinga is located on the east coast of India, facing the Bay of Bengal.
  2. Its coastline allowed it to develop a strong navy and maritime trade with Southeast Asia.
  3. Gandhara, Pataliputra, and Magadha were mainly land‑based kingdoms with limited sea access.
  4. Therefore Kalinga had the strongest maritime trade tradition among the options.
Common mistake: Assuming inland kingdoms had strong maritime trade

Concept tested: Maritime trade in ancient kingdoms

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