Discuss the salient features of Indian Ocean Trading Network. 

The Indian Ocean Trading Network, particularly during the period of 1605 to 1750, was one of the most vibrant and dynamic economic systems in world history. It connected various regions of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, facilitating the exchange of goods, culture, and ideas across vast distances. This trading network was a significant force in shaping the political, economic, and cultural developments of India and other coastal regions. Several salient features define the Indian Ocean Trading Network during this period, including its vast geographical expanse, the diversity of goods traded, the role of local and foreign merchants, the influence of European powers, and the impact of maritime technology.

### 1. Geographical Extent
The Indian Ocean Trading Network was an extensive system that connected the East African coast, the Arabian Peninsula, the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and even China. Important port cities like Calicut, Surat, Goa, and Masulipatnam in India became central to this trading network. Goods from the East were exchanged with those from the West, with India serving as a crucial intermediary due to its central location in the Indian Ocean. This trade network also linked to land routes such as the Silk Road, enhancing its reach.

### 2. Diversity of Goods Traded
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