What was the 'Abhaya Sasanam'?

It was a royal charter issued by Kakatiya king Ganapati Deva at Motupalli to ensure the safety of sea-faring merchants.

Medieval Maritime Trade

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Which one of the following was a very important seaport in the Kakatiya kingdom?

Motupalli was the most important seaport in the Kakatiya kingdom. Located in modern-day Andhra Pradesh, it served as a major center for international maritime trade under the Kakatiya rulers.

Exam Year

2017

Evidence Source

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ID: ANC_HIS_PM_PG_2017_10 Ref: A History of South India by KA Nilakanta Sastri