Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Through the Eyes of Travellers

Question:

Who was the traveller known for his visit to India in the 16th century from 'Portugal'?

Options:

Marco Polo

Ibn Battuta

Duarte Barbosa

Jean-Baptiste Tavernier

Correct Answer:

Duarte Barbosa

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3 - Duarte Barbosa

Marco Polo - Marco Polo was from Italy.
Ibn Battuta - Ibn Battuta was from Morocco.

Duarte Barbosa -  Duarte Barbosa was the traveler known for his visit to India from Portugal. (CORRECT ANSWER). He wrote a detailed account of trade and society in south India.

Jean-Baptiste Tavernier - Jean-Baptiste Tavernier was from France.