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Europeans came to the Indian ocean primarily for trade and to establish control over lucrative spice routes. The region was rich in valuable commodities like spices, silks, and precious metals, which were in high demand in Europe. Additionally, the desire to spread Christianity and expand territorial claims also motivated European powers to explore and colonize parts of the Indian Ocean. This led to significant cultural exchanges and conflicts as they interacted with local societies.
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How europeans come to subcontinent?
Europeans came to the various subcontinents of the world by sailing. The Portugese and the Greek in particular were the greatest explorers. They travelled through the Mediterrean Sea, Red Sean and the Indian Ocean.
How did commerce in the Indian Ocean region change from 650 to 1750?
New people became involved in trade such as the Europeans and new trading and sailing technologies came into fruition during this period.
Is it true when the first Europeans came to America they found an uninhabited continent?
no there were Indian tribes
What type of animals live in the Indian Ocean?
thats where your mom came from.
What type of animals live the Indian Ocean?
thats where your mom came from.
On which island did the now extinct dodo bird once live?
They came form MAURITIUS, a small island in the Indian Ocean.
Which of the following describes trade on the Indian ocean during the post classical era but not during the age of exploration?
Muslim merchants from the Arabian Peninsula controlled Indian Ocean trade.
What is correct concerning the Indian ocean trade from 1000 to 1450?
Mrs. Nelson says the answer is 2
Who was the first to across the Indian Ocean?
The first Europeans to sail across the Indian Ocean were Portuguese led by Vasco da Gama. They were looking for an ocean route to the East, so as to cut out the middlemen in their trade with India and China.
Where does the Zambesi River flow into?
The Indian Ocean
What is the canal that the europeans want from Africa?
You may mean Suez Canal . This allows ships to pass from the Mediterranean to the Indian ocean.
Where does tsunami came Indiain 2004?
The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was triggered by a massive undersea earthquake off the west coast of northern Sumatra, Indonesia. The tsunami waves reached several countries along the Indian Ocean, including India, causing widespread devastation and loss of life.
