India and the World : Geography

The Indian landmass has a central location between East and West Asia. India is a southward extension of the Asian continent.

The trans-Indian Ocean routes connect the Middle East, Africa and Europe to the Indian subcontinent. The country is meant to play a major role in developing international trade links.

Countries of Europe in the West and the countries of East Asia. No other country has a long coastline on the Indian Ocean as India has India’s contacts with the World have continued through the ages. The spices, muslin and other merchandise were taken from India to different countries.

On the other hand, the influence of Greek sculpture, and the architectural styles of domes and minarets from West Asia can be seen in different parts of India.

India’s long costs line has added to its contact with the world through its sea routes. Because of India’s crucial position in the Indian ocean, the ocean is named after India.

In ancient times, when sea routes were not much explored, traders and travelers used mountain passes to travel in and out of India. India’s strategic location in Asia helped it develop trade and contribution to the world.

Both, sea routes and the land routes have proved to be a huge passage between India and the world to exchange ideas and commodities. Commodities and Spices were also exported through these routes.

As these routes let the world explore India, they also helped Western influences to reach India. Trade routes from the land and sea played a key role in intellectual, trade and architectural development of India.