Question
Download Solution PDFBy which name is the historical road built by Sher Shah Suri known?
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Grand trunk road.
Key Points
- Sher Shah Suri, a king of the 16th century, constructed the Grand Trunk Road.
- It was referred to as "Sadak e Azam."
- The road was essential for inland trade since it connected India to Central Asia.
- This street's previous names include Uttarapath, Badshahi Sarak, and Sarak e Azam.
- The longest and oldest significant road in Asia.
- 3,710 kilometers make up this road's length.
- The west end of this route is in Kabul, Afghanistan, and the east end is in Teknaf, Bangladesh.
Additional Information
- Sher Shah Suri
- Sher Shah Suri (1472, or 1486 - 22 May 1545), born Farid Khan, was the founder of the Sur Empire in India, with its capital in Sasaram in modern-day Bihar.
- He reduced the weight of silver coins to 178 grams and gave the money the Sanskrit name rupee, which is an ancient synonym for silver.
- In the year 1540 CE, Sher Shah seized power over the Mughal Empire. His son Islam Shah succeeded him after his untimely death in 1545 CE.
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