"It can be argued that the Commercial Revolution took place long before the colonization of the 'New World.' During the from the 1000s through the 1200s, Europeans were exposed to new commodities - such as spices and fabrics - that inspired them to establish new trade routes to acquire them on a regular basis. The conflict between differing peoples would, in the end, have a stimulating effect on the world economy." What event should go in the blank in this reading?

during the CRUSADES

Explanation:

The Crusades is the only answer happening during the petite between 1000 and 1200.

the correct answer is "c": the pillars proclaimed his regret at the bloodshed at the battle of kalinga and his conversion to buddhism.

the kalinga war is considered as one of the largest battles in the history of india. it was fought between the between the maurya empire, which ruled the lands of what is now known as india at the time, and the independent feudal kingdom of kalinga.

the army of maurya empire, led by its king ashoka, fought a prolonged war against kalinga. the war ended around 262 bce with the victory of the maurya empire. it is believed that ashoka, after having witnessed the loss of many lives during this war, felt deep responsibility and eventually converted into buddhism.