Multiple choice

What was Boarch in the Mauryan Empire?

  1. Town

  2. Province

  3. State

  4. Port
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Explanation

Boarch (also known as Barygaza) was a major port city on the west coast of India, located in modern-day Bharuch, Gujarat. It was an important center of maritime trade during the Mauryan period, connecting India to the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, and beyond through the Indian Ocean trade network, handling exports of spices, textiles, and other goods.

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