The correct answer is Option (1) → Fruits of Khurasan
Ibn Battuta writes that the quick foot-post was often used to transport the fruits of Khurasan, which were much desired in India.
NCERT (2026-27): “5.3 A unique system of communication …
When the courier starts from the city he holds the letter in one hand and the rod with its bells on the other; and he runs as fast as he can. When the men in the pavilion hear the ringing of the bell they get ready. As soon as the courier reaches them, one of them takes the letter from his hand and runs at top speed shaking the rod all the while until he reaches the next dawa. And the same process continues till the letter reaches its destination. This foot-post is quicker than the horse-post; and often it is used to transport the fruits of Khurasan which are much desired in India.” |
