Which one of the following statements is inapplicable to signify the commercial importance of Multan during the medieval period?

• A. Multan-s commercial significance was enhanced owing to the large establishment of suhrawardi silsilah.
• B. The great trade route between Delhi and Islamic world passed through Multan.
• C. Multan conducted a brisk export of slaves to the Islamic countries.
• D. The rise of Lahor in the second half of the 17th century contributed to Multan-s commercial importance.