The Story of the Golden Bird

byTulika Prashant

Imagine a land so rich in gold, spices and knowledge that traders from all over the world travelled for months just to reach it. They returned home with stories of dazzling cities, bustling markets and magnificent palaces filled with treasures. This land was India, once called ‘Sone Ki Chidiya’ — The Golden Bird.

Image for representational purposes How Was India So Rich? India’s wealth primarily came from its booming global trade. Indian craftsmen produced luxurious silk, cotton and intricately designed jewellery. And the country’s rich soil yielded top-quality crops like rice, wheat and turmeric. These