Question

Who is the author of \(\textit{"Travels in the Mughal Empire"}\)?

• A. Francois Bernier
• B. Seydi Ali Reis
• C. Peter Mundy
• D. Jean-Baptiste Tavernier

Hint:

To master history-based authorship questions, try making a table of foreign travelers and the books they wrote. Repeated revision and mnemonics help with retention.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Francois Bernier, a French physician and traveler, wrote *Travels in the Mughal Empire*, an insightful account of India during the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb. He visited India in the 17th century and served at the Mughal court. His observations provide valuable information about the political, economic, and social conditions of the time.