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Name:

Chaudhary Nabeel Latif


Reg No:
CK-SP22-120255
Course Title:
Worl Histor
d y
Program:
BSCS-4TH Semester
Assignment
No:
03

Date: 9th January 2024


Questio no 01: Global cultural exchange through Silk Road?
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Answer:
Background of Silk Road:
The silk road has a fascinating background. It originated during
the Han Dynasty in China around 130 BCE. It was named after the valuable silk
that was traded along the route. The route stretched for thousand of miles.

:
The silk road was an ancient trade route that connected East to West. It
facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, customs, artistic styles and culture
between different civilizations. It connected from Asia, Europe and Africa. It
played a significant role in global cultural exchange during the age of
exploration.

:
Merchants travelled along the silk road. They not only traded
goods but also shared their customs, traditions, languages and religions with
the people they encountered. This led to a rich exchanged of ideas, art, music,
literature, knowledge and even technological advancements. This trade route
enriched economies of different regions. This cultural exchange fostered a
deeper understanding of different civilizations contributing to the development
of a more diverse world.

Some Examples of Cultural Exchange:


Exchange of ideas led to the development of unique Buddhist
art style. Gandhara art is present in Pakistan and Afghanistan. The
introduction of new crops like grapes and walnuts from the west. Islamic
influences such as architecture and calligraphy spread throughout the silk
road.
Positive Impact of Silk Road:
The silk road has a multiple positive impact. The trade along the
silk route stimulate economy growth, creating prosperous cities and fostering
prosperity in the region. The silk road promoting understanding of different
customs and traditions in different regions.
Negative Impact of silk Road:
There were definitely some negative impact. One of the main
impact was the spread of diseases along the trade routes. Another negative
impact was the increase in conflict and wars over control of the trade route this
led to instability and violence in some areas. In 1453 CE Ottoman Empire
boycotted trade with west. This led European power to seek alternative routes
to East.
Conclusion
: The silk road was more than an extensive trade route. It was a catalyst
for a globalization of the world. It brought together people from different
regions facilitating the exchange of goods, technology and knowledge. It played
a vital role inshaping the history and development of various societies.

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