Multiple choice

Which one of the following was an important port of the eastern coast during Gupta period?

  1. Kalyan

  2. Tamralipti

  3. Sopara

  4. Baroch

  5. None of these

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Tamralipti (modern-day Tamluk in West Bengal) was indeed a major port on the eastern coast during the Gupta period. It was an important center of maritime trade and commerce, connecting India with Southeast Asian countries. Kalyan, Sopara, and Baroch were western coast ports.