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Question : Which of the following ancient ports was situated on the Malabar Coast?

Option 1: Muziris

Option 2: Palur

Option 3: Barygaza

Option 4: Tamralipta


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Correct Answer: Muziris


Solution : The correct answer is Muziris .

Muziris, or Muchiri in Malayalam, was a significant ancient harbour and urban centre located on the Malabar Coast. The city is often anglicized as Muziris and is possibly identified with medieval Muyirikode. Mentioned in historical texts like the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea and Tamil poems, Muziris was a major port city of the Cheras.

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