Art, Literature and Culture During Ancient Times: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Ancient History)
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UPSC 1995Ancient History · Art, Literature and Culture During Ancient Times
Q1. The term Yavanapriya, mentioned in ancient Sanskrit texts, denoted:
Explanation
Yavanapriya is a term in ancient Sanskrit texts referring to pepper, a commodity highly prized in early Indo-Mediterranean trade. The term "Yavanapriya" is made up of two Sanskrit words, "Yavana" referring to Greeks and "priya" meaning loved. Ancient Sanskrit texts used this term to denote the commodity loved by the Greeks from India. This lucrative trade in spices, particularly pepper, was crucial for India’s ancient economy and helped establish India as a prominent player in global commerce. v v v
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1995
(d) Pepper
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