From the third century A.D. when the Hun invasion ended the Roman Empire, Indian merchants relied more and more on the:

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Correct answer: South-East Asian trade. The Huns, a nomadic group originating from the Asian steppes, were a significant force during period. Their invasions played a key role in the broader process of the Western Roman Empire’s decline. After the Hun invasion in the 4th to 5th century, the Roman Empire weakened. This led Indian traders to shift their focus to Southeast Asia. With the decline of Roman trade routes, maritime trade increased with Sri Lanka, Myanmar (Burma), Indonesia, and Cambodia. Indian merchants also spread Hinduism, Buddhism, and Indian culture to these regions. During this time, Indian-influenced kingdoms like Srivijaya and Funan became important trade partners. UPSC GS Paper-I PYQs 42 35

From the third century A.D. when the Hun invasion ended the Roman Empire, Indian merchants relied more and more on the:

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