What is the name of the ceremonial salutation in the Mughal era in which the courtier placed the palm of his right hand against his forehead and bent his head? |
Kornish Paibos Sijda Zaminbos |
Kornish |
The correct answer is Option 1 - Kornish Kornish was a form of ceremonial salutation in which the courtier placed the palm of his right hand against his forehead and bent his head. It suggested that the subject placed his head – the seat of the senses and the mind – into the hand of humility, presenting it to the royal assembly. Other options: Paibos means kissing the feet. |