Question

Which option best explains the economic contributions of the Kushan Empire to the world of the Classical Era? (1 point)
The Kushan Empire played a key role in the stability of the Silk Road, which contributed to urbanization in Central Asia.
• The Kushan Empire produced large quantities of silk, which it then traded to China for other textiles.
The Kushan Empire did not play a large role in the era's world economic systems, because it was isolated by the Hindu Kush mountains.
• The Kushan Empire produced extensive gold coinage, which was used by other major empires like Rome.

Answer 1

The first option. The Kushans controlled key Silk Road routes, promoting long‑distance trade and contact that helped urbanize and economically integrate Central Asia (as well as spreading goods and ideas like Buddhism).