Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: An Imperial Capital: Vijayanagara

Question:

In the picture given below, who is the person holding a telescope and standing on the left of the British official standing in the centre?

Options:

Brahmana priest

Peon of the British officer

An astronomer

An astrologer

Correct Answer:

Peon of the British officer

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2- Peon of the British officer

On Mackenzie’s left is his peon Kistnaji holding a telescope, on his right are Brahmana assistants – a Jaina pandit (right) and behind him the Telugu Brahmana Cauvellery Ventak Letchmiah.