Arabia and China
Europe and Africa
South East Asia
All of the above
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The correct answer is D. All of the above.
Kerala’s spice trade attracted traders from Arabia, China, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
- Arabia: The Arabs were the first to trade with Kerala, and they continued to be major traders there for centuries. They brought with them gold, silver, and other goods, and they took back spices, ivory, and other goods from Kerala.
- China: The Chinese also traded with Kerala for centuries. They brought with them silk, porcelain, and other goods, and they took back spices, pepper, and other goods from Kerala.
- Europe: The Europeans began trading with Kerala in the 15th century. They brought with them gold, silver, and other goods, and they took back spices, pepper, and other goods from Kerala.
- Southeast Asia: The Southeast Asians also traded with Kerala for centuries. They brought with them gold, silver, and other goods, and they took back spices, pepper, and other goods from Kerala.
The spice trade was very important to Kerala’s economy. It brought in a lot of money, and it helped to develop the state’s infrastructure. The spice trade also helped to spread Indian culture to other parts of the world.