What modes of transport on those roads do you think were available at the time?
The modes of transport available during ancient times included various methods for travel and trade.
Bullock carts and horse-drawn chariots were used for land travel.
Horses enabled faster individual travel for riders.
Elephants were used for carrying heavy loads and for royal processions.
Boats and ships facilitated river and sea travel.
Pack animals like donkeys and mules were used for carrying goods, and walking was common for shorter distances.
The chapter specifically mentions soldiers on horseback and elephants, and discusses river transportation.
Explanation
The chapter mentions soldiers marching on horseback and elephants, and discusses how the Ganga and Son rivers provided transportation advantages. It also mentions trade by land or sea, indicating multiple transport modes were available.
Solution Steps
Bullock carts and horse-drawn chariots for land travel
Horses for faster individual travel
Elephants for carrying heavy loads and royal processions
Boats and ships for river and sea travel
Pack animals (donkeys and mules) for carrying goods
Walking for shorter distances
Chapter mentions soldiers on horseback, elephants, and river transportation