Who was the author of 'Kitab-ul-Hind', a detailed and monumental scholarly work on 11th-century Indian society, religion, and sciences? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
Who was the author of 'Kitab-ul-Hind', a detailed and monumental scholarly work on 11th-century Indian society, religion, and sciences?
A. Firdausi
B. Al-Biruni
C. Ibn Battuta
D. Utbi
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Al-Biruni accompanied Mahmud of Ghazni to India and authored 'Kitab-ul-Hind' (or Tahqiq-i-Hind), providing an objective and comprehensive account of Indian culture, philosophy, and social structure.
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