Which statement about Song porcelain is accurate?

• A. It was primarily used for religious offerings in monasteries.
• B. It was banned from international trade.
• C. Song porcelain became a major export and cultural symbol.
• D. Porcelain production ceased during Song due to resource scarcity.

Answer: (C)

Song porcelain demonstrates how high-quality Chinese ceramics became a global commodity and symbol of cultural prestige. During this period, refined glazes and elegant forms were crafted for both daily use and display, and expanding trade networks connected Chinese kilns to regions across Southeast Asia and the Islamic world. This wide reach helped porcelain become a major export and an iconic sign of Chinese craftsmanship in foreign markets. The other statements don’t fit as well because porcelain wasn’t limited to religious offerings, there wasn’t a lasting ban on international trade, and production continued rather than ceasing due to resource scarcity.