Q. Which of the following was a great customs port with an artificial harbour?
(a) Musiri or Muziris
(b) Tondi
(c) Puhar (Kaveripumpattinam)
(d) Uraiyur
Ans: (c) Puhar (Kaveripumpattinam)
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Puhar (Kaveripumpattinam).
Puhar, also known as Kaveripumpattinam, was a great customs port during the Sangam Age with an artificial harbor. It was an important trading center located on the east coast of Tamil Nadu, near the mouth of the Kaveri River. Puhar was known for its flourishing trade and maritime activities, and its artificial harbor facilitated the docking and loading/unloading of ships. The port played a significant role in facilitating trade between the Tamil kingdoms and foreign regions, particularly during the Sangam period.