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Exploration and Influence of Marco Polo and Indian Rulers

Learn about Marco Polo, the Italian explorer who influenced trade, and the Indian rulers like the Gupta Empire and Mughals. Discover Vasco Da Gama's impact on trade between Europe and India.

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Exploration and Influence of Marco Polo and Indian Rulers

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  1. Greenview High School World History Mr. Heavner

  2. Marco Polo • Italian explorer who created interest in trade and travel • Influenced many trading practices • Called the “Prince of Liars” • Rustichello wrote the book why they were jailed

  3. India • Was a blend of Hindu and Muslim culture • Great nation of learning.

  4. Gupta Empire • Spread Hindu belief throughout India • Ruled 320 BC-550 AD

  5. Sultan • A Muslim ruler of King • They found the city of Delhi

  6. Tamerlane • Leader of a Mongolian tribe • Invaded India • Motivated and skilled general • Destroyed Delhi • Did not stay • Spared Artisans

  7. Purdah • Indian practice of secluding women and making them wear veils • Began in Northern India

  8. Mogul Empire • 1526 Invasion of India • Lasted 300 years • Babur was the 1st leader • Claimed to be descendants of the Mongols • Sometimes called the Mughal

  9. Akbar • Leader of Mogul’s tried to unify the empire between Hindu’s and Muslims

  10. Vasco Da Gama • Portuguese sailor who was the 1st to sail to India • Opened up trade between Europe and India

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