They controlled the trade in Ghana to retain their power
Gold was not a source of wealth for Ghana's rulers; instead, it was the trade in salt that significantly contributed to their wealth. Salt was highly valued for preservation and nutrition, and the trans-Saharan trade routes facilitated its exchange for gold and other goods. Additionally, the rulers of Ghana gained wealth through taxation on trade and control of trade routes. This economic system ultimately established Ghana as a powerful empire in West Africa.
Ghana gain its wealth through trade. Traders that traveled through its territories had to pay taxes for the goods they sold. Ghana made its fortune in Africa. They used it to expand their army's and to expand the kingdom. The armies conquered neighboring lands and brought more and more wealth to the kingdom.
The rulers of Ghana derived their power from a combination of wealth generated through trade, particularly in gold and salt, and their control over the trans-Saharan trade routes. They also maintained authority through a centralized governance structure that included a network of provincial leaders and military strength. Additionally, the rulers were often seen as divine or semi-divine figures, which helped legitimize their rule and foster loyalty among their subjects. Religious and cultural influence further solidified their power within the kingdom.
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Because Kanauj was considered the symbol of power and sovereignty of north India.Control of Kanauj also implied the control the upper gangetic valley and its rich resources in trade and culture.So Indian rulers fought.
to take over the trade so they could be rich
The rulers wanted to control Kannauj and the Ganga Valley because of their strategic location at the crossroads of important trade routes, their fertile lands for agriculture, and the wealth and resources they provided. Gaining control over these regions allowed rulers to consolidate power, increase wealth, and strengthen their influence over trade and political alliances.
Ghana's ruler imposed taxes on all the gold and salt passing through his kingdom.
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Ask your history teacher.
Both the kingdoms of Ghana and Mali thrived in West Africa during the medieval period and were known for their wealth, particularly from the trade of gold and salt. They both established extensive trade networks that connected them to other regions, facilitating cultural exchange and economic prosperity. Additionally, both kingdoms utilized a similar political structure, with powerful rulers who maintained control over trade routes and promoted Islam as a unifying religion among their subjects.