UPSC Prelims 2023 · Question 3 of 97
UPSC Prelims 2023 question on Sangam Ports Korkai Poompuhar
- ExamUPSC CSE
- Year2023
- PaperGeneral Studies Paper I
- SubjectAncient History
- TopicHarappan Civilization (Indus Valley)
- DifficultyEasy
- TypeDirect
With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as
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Answer: B. ports
Verdict
Correct answer: ports → Option (b).
Analysis
Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well-known ports in ancient South India.
The Sangam literature provides valuable insights into the urban centres and cultures of early historical South India.
Kaverippumpattinam (also known as Pumpuhar or Puhar) was the premier Chola port in early historical times.
Korkai was the major Pandya port, while Tondi and Muchiri were the important ports in the Chera kingdom.