#Trade Gold Spice Government Security Doctors Barbers Farmers Economy

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Government and the Economy:

Farming and trade were extremely important in ancient India, as they were the two main factors involved in the growth of India’s economy. Not only was farming a fundamental part of providing food to eat, but it allowed for trading, which kept the economy going. This also enhanced the government’s control, as they determined which products would be permitted in and out of the country. Indian’s typically traded items that they needed, which often included wheat, rice, cotton, gold, salt, pottery, silk and spices. With the government at the helm, the trade routes were safer, and road systems improved in size. Farmers also did not have to pay taxes, and the overall security was advanced. From the eleventh to eighteenth century, India had the largest economy worldwide. With the significant growth in the economy, many job opportunities appeared. Jobs like carpenters, doctors, barbers, weavers and goldsmiths became popular. The photo above portrays the spice trade routes across India. One can see the importance of the different bodies of water that are present, as they allow for a growth in India’s economy from an early era.

Shiu, Jade. "Government and Economy - Ancient India." Government and Economy - Ancient India. Ancient India, n.d. Web. 09 Mar. 2016.

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