From the third century AD when the Hun invasion ended the Roman Empire, the Indian merchants relied more and more on the
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- AAfrican trade
- BWest European trade
- CSoutheast Asian tradeCorrect
- DMiddle Eastern trade
Explanation
The correct answer is C because the decline of the Roman Empire due to Hun invasions led to a significant reduction in Indias overland and maritime trade with the West. As the lucrative Roman market collapsed, Indian merchants shifted their focus toward Southeast Asia. This period saw an expansion of Indian influence, culture, and commerce in regions like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia, leading to what is often referred to as the era of Greater India. The demand for spices, gold, and exotic goods from Southeast Asia compensated for the loss of the Roman trade routes.
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