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Q69
(IAS/1997)
History & Culture › Culture, Literature, Religion & Philosophy › Medieval Indian literature
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The medieval Indian writer who refers to the discovery of America is
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The correct answer is Option 4: Abul Fazl.
Abul Fazl, the celebrated court historian and vizier of Emperor Akbar, is the author of the Akbarnama and Ain-i-Akbari. In his writings, he makes a distinct reference to the discovery of the "New World" (America). He refers to it as Alam-i-Nau, showcasing his vast knowledge of global geography and the maritime explorations of his era.
- Malik Muhammad Jayasi: Known for the epic poem Padmavat, his work focused on Sufi mysticism and local folklore, not global geography.
- Amir Khusrau: Lived in the 13th-14th centuries, long before Columbus's voyage in 1492.
- Raskhan: A Bhakti poet dedicated to Lord Krishna; his works were purely devotional.
Abul Fazl’s inclusion of such contemporary global events highlights the intellectual openness and the advanced information network of the Mughal court during the 16th century.
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