Who was the author of the book of travels, called Rihla, written in Arabic, providing extremely rich and interesting details about India?
- A. Al-Biruni
- B. Ibn Battuta ✓
- C. François Bernier
- D. Nizamuddin Ahmad
Correct Answer: B. Ibn Battuta
Explanation
The 'Rihla' (The Journey) is the famous travelogue written in Arabic by Ibn Battuta, a Moroccan scholar and explorer who extensively documented his visit to India during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughlaq.
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