Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Through the Eyes of Travellers

Question:

Which of the following statement is incorrect about the description of cities by Ibn Batutta? 

Options:

He found cities in the subcontinent full of exciting opportunities.

Per his description, most cities had crowded streets and bright and colourful markets.

The markets were open only on weekends.

The markets were stacked with a wide variety of goods.

Correct Answer:

The markets were open only on weekends.

Explanation:

Statement C is incorrect.

Ibn Battuta found cities in the subcontinent full of exciting opportunities for those who had the necessary drive, resources, and skills. They were densely populated and prosperous, except for the occasional disruptions caused by wars and invasions. It appears from Ibn Battuta’s account that most cities had crowded streets and bright and colorful markets that were stacked with a wide variety of goods.