was a religion that originated in India 500 BC. (Buddhism/Confucianism)

Buddhism

Explanation:

Confucianism originated in China in roughly 479 BCE. Confucianism was founded by a philosopher named Confucius. Some people believe that Confucianism isn't even a religion, since there aren't any gods. Many people say it is better described as a philosophy.

Therefore, the answer can't be Confucianism, because it isn't a religion and it did not originate in India in 500 BCE.

The answer must be Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion founded by the Buddha: Siddhartha Gautama. It originated in India in about the fifth or sixth century BCE. It has millions of followers around the globe today.

the aksumite empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern ethiopia from the period of 100 ad to 940 ad. its capital was the city of aksum. the kingdom established itself as one of the 4 great powers at its time, along with persia, rome, and china.

the kingdom was rich in goods like gold, iron, and salt. it established strong commercial ties with the regions governed by rome, egypt, and persia (arabia). aksum was a key location in this commercial network. trade was also facilitated with the introduction of the aksumite currency.

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