Karakhanid Khanate: History and Impact

The video explores the city of Tashbulak, discovered in 2011, highlighting its significance as a Silk Road city under the Karakhanid Khanate. The city was mapped using ground-penetrating radar, revealing its layout. Tashbulak was unique for its time, known for high carbon steel production, which was crucial for trade and military purposes. The Karakhanids, a nomadic empire, contributed to cultural advancements by hiring Persian architects and engaging in civilization-building activities. However, their shift from a nomadic lifestyle to a settled one led to their downfall, as they became unsustainable and rigid, ultimately causing their networks and cities to collapse.

What technology was used to map the layout of Tashbulak?

• Aerial photography

• Ground-penetrating radar

• Sonar mapping

• Satellite imagery

Which nomadic empire controlled Tashbulak during its peak?

• Mongol Empire

• Roman Empire

• Karakhanid Khanate

• Ottoman Empire

What was a significant product traded by the Karakhanid Khanate?

• Silk

• High carbon steel

• Spices

• Gold

Why was high carbon steel important during the Karakhanid Khanate era?

• It was used for building roads

• It was a key material for weapons

• It was used in textile production

• It was a popular trade item for food

What type of structures did the Karakhanid Khanate build with the help of Persian architects?

• Castles

• Mausolea

• Bridges

• Temples

Which of the following professions were present in the Karakhanid Khanate?

• Merchants

• Farmers

• Poets

• Engineers

What was a major reason for the decline of the Karakhanid Khanate?

• Natural disasters

• Over-assimilation and loss of nomadic roots

• Invasion by the Mongols

• Economic collapse

How long did Tashbulak last as a significant city?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years

What was the Karakhanid Khanate's approach to civilization?

• They rejected all forms of settled life

• They focused solely on military expansion

• They embraced and assimilated into broader civilization

• They isolated themselves from other cultures

What was the impact of the Karakhanid Khanate's networks freezing?

• Improved military strength

• Expansion of their empire

• Decline of their cities

• Increased trade opportunities