From the first century B. C. until the 7th century A. D., the Kingdom of Axum was a powerful empire in eastern Africa along the Red Sea. Which of the following factors contributed to Axum's rise in power? A.
It was the most technologically advanced society at the time.
B.
It was able to conquer neighboring civilizations because of its strong military.
C.
It was located on an important trade route linking the Roman Empire with India.
D.
It was the home of a large university and many scholars came there to study.

c

Explanation:

a politically correct answer.

northernmost part (disputed, administered) - near indira col, siachen glacier - 35.674520°n 76.845245°e

northernmost part (disputed, claimed) - dafdar near beyik pass - 37°24′00″n 75°24′00″e

northernmost part (undisputed) - near dharwas, chambal district - 33.24902°n 76.82704°e

southernmost part (mainland) - cape comorin - 8.06890°n 77.55230°e

southernmost part - indira point in the nicobar islands - 6.74678°n 93.84260°e

distance between:  

1 & 4 - 3070 km

1 & 5 - 3654 km

2 & 4 - 3269 km

2 & 5 - 3885 km

3 & 4 - 2801 km

3 & 5 - 3430 km

explanation:

they thoght they were going to nuke each other