Why was the silk route considered a good example of vibrant pre-modern trade ? Choose the most appropriate op…

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Why was the silk route considered a good example of vibrant pre-modern trade ? Choose the most appropriate option from the following :

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## Model Answer **(d) Due to trade and cultural exchange** The silk routes enabled not only movement of goods like silk, spices, and precious metals, but also exchange of ideas, religions, and culture between Asia, Europe, and Africa. *Source: Chapter 3, Section 1.1 – Silk Routes Link the World* ## Explanation The passage explicitly states: *"Trade and cultural exchange always went hand in hand"* on the silk routes. While silk cargoes (a) and gold/silver flow (b) are mentioned, they are only partial reasons. Option (c) is factually wrong — the route linked Asia with Europe and Africa, not Australia. Option (d) best captures the **complete** reason as stated in the source. In MCQs, always pick the **most comprehensive** option.

Social Science — CBSE Class 10 board question