UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2017
Which one of the following was a very important seaport in the Kakatiya kingdom?
- Kakinada
- Motupalli
- Machilipatnam (Masulipatnam)
- Nelluru
Answer
Correct Answer
Motupalli
Explanation
Motupalli was a well-known and important seaport of the Kakatiya kingdom, mentioned even by Marco Polo, used for trade in diamonds and other goods.
Topics: history, kakatiya kingdom seaport, medieval india, regional kingdoms