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(a) Examine the relationship among economic growth, urbanization and State formation from c. 7th century BCE to 3rd century BCE. (15 marks)

(b) How does the numismatic evidence of the period reflect the political and economic outlook of the Kushanas and the Satavahanas? (15 marks)

(c) “The changes in the field of art from the Kushana period to early medieval period are mere reflection of changing outlook.” Comment. (20 marks)