[Pramāṇa](https://indike.org/pramana/) › [Studies](https://indike.org/pramana/ins) › [Science, technology and education](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science) › [History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D.](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997) › v1.c1.3 # History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c1.3 History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c1.3 - **Language:** English ### [v1.c1.3](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997.v1.c1.3) The textile industry was another area where ancient India excelled. The production of fine cotton fabrics, which were highly sought after in international markets, was a major economic activity. The techniques of spinning and weaving were highly developed, and the use of natural dyes was widespread. The \*Periplus of the Erythraean Sea\* mentions the export of various types of Indian textiles to the Roman Empire, highlighting the global reach of Indian trade. - [Previous: v1.c1.2](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997.v1.c1.2) - [Next: v1.c1.4](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997.v1.c1.4) - [Up: v1.c1](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997.v1.c1) --- Source: [https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997.v1.c1.3](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.science.bag-1997.v1.c1.3) · Pramāṇa