6. Why were coins made?
Coin was created as a medium of exchange and standard currency, making trade easier.
7. Why were the traders called ‘Shetty’?
The traders were called “Shetty” as they were big traders, called “Shreshthi” or “Shetty”, from which the word “Seth” originated and they were involved in extensive trade and commerce.
CG Board Class 6 History: “Foreign Trade and Contacts” Extra Question Answers
Q: What was the Silk Route primarily used for in ancient times?
Answer: Trade, including the exchange of silk and other goods
Q: Who was the prominent Kushan ruler associated with a vast empire extending from Central Asia to India?
Answer: Kanishka
Q: What artistic style is associated with the sculptures of the Gandhara school?
Answer: Greek
Q: How did Indian religion and philosophy influence South East Asian countries?
Answer: Through the construction of grand temples and the spread of texts like the Ramayana
Q: Why were coins important during ancient times?
Answer: They facilitated trade and served as standardized currency
Q: Why were ancient Indian traders often called ‘Shetty’?
Answer: Because the term ‘Shreshtti’ or ‘Shetti’ referred to the prominent businessmen of that time
