art_culture hard True/False

The ancient port site of Arikamedu in Puducherry provides evidence of Indo-Roman trade through Roman pottery and beads.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Arikamedu (Puducherry, c. 2nd century BCE-2nd century CE) was a major Indo-Roman trading port. Excavations revealed Roman amphorae, Arretine ware, and semi-precious beads, confirming maritime trade links with the Mediterranean.

Topic Archaeological Sites - Port Cities
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
More art_culture Questions Back to all questions