Abdur Razzaq, an ambassador of the ruler of Persia, was sent to Calicut in the fifteenth century. He was greatly impressed by the :
[amp_mcq option1=”Fortifications of Calicut” option2=”Climatic conditions of the coastal town” option3=”High quality spices of the place” option4=”Musical traditions of the place” correct=”option3″]
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CDS-2 – 2023
The correct answer is C) High quality spices of the place.
Abdur Razzaq, the ambassador from Persia who visited Calicut (Kozhikode) in the 15th century, was primarily impressed by the city’s status as a major international trading port. His account, like those of other contemporary visitors, highlights the bustling trade, the multitude of merchants from various countries, and the quality of goods exchanged. Calicut was renowned globally for its spice trade, particularly pepper, which was a key commodity that attracted merchants from Europe, the Middle East, and other parts of Asia. While he described aspects of the city, the economic vibrancy centered around high-quality spices was the most noteworthy and impressive feature for a foreign visitor interested in trade.