Practice From Khwarizm to the Punjab - 1.1.1 | 1. THROUGH THE EYES OF TRAVELLERS PERCEPTIONS OF SOCIETY (C. TENTH TO SEVENTEENTH CENTURY) | CBSE 12 History - 2
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Question 1

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What languages did Al-Biruni speak?

💡 Hint: Think about the languages that were prominent in his region.

Question 2

Easy

In which city did Al-Biruni spend most of his life?

💡 Hint: Recall the capital of the Ghaznavid Empire.

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Question 1

What languages was Al-Biruni fluent in?

  • Arabic
  • Latin
  • Greek
  • Syriac
  • Arabic
  • Persian
  • Hebrew
  • Sanskrit
  • Chinese
  • Persian
  • English

💡 Hint: Think about the languages commonly used in scholarly texts of his time.

Question 2

True or False: Al-Biruni was born in Ghazni.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Where is Khwarizm located in relation to Ghazni?

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Question 1

Consider the socio-political context of Al-Biruni's time. How did the expansion of the Ghaznavid Empire impact scholarly pursuits in both Islamic and Indian cultures?

💡 Hint: Think about how empires often facilitate cultural exchanges.

Question 2

Evaluate the significance of Al-Biruni’s studies in Sanskrit in the context of cultural exchange. How did it contribute to the understanding of Indian civilization?

💡 Hint: Consider the importance of language in understanding cultural nuances.

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