Q. Consider the following statements:

1. The Gupta era saw an increased trade with the regions in today’s South East Asia
2. Tamralipti, Ghantashala, and Kadura ports on east coast handled the north-Indian trade with south-east Asia

Which among the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: The Gupta era saw an increased trade with the regions in today's South East Asia. The ports of the east coast, Tamralipti, Ghantashala, and Kadura, served as hubs for the north-Indian trade with south-east Asia. Both statements 1 and 2 are correct, making option 3 the right answer.

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