Match List-I with List-II

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
(2) (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(II)
(3) (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
(4) (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)

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The correct answer is Option 1 - (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

Here's an explanation of the matches:

(A) Jean-Baptiste Tavernier - (III) France:
Jean-Baptiste Tavernier was a French traveler and gem merchant. He extensively traveled to various countries, including India and Persia, and is often associated with France.

(B) Abd-al Razzaq - (IV) Samarqand:
Abd-al Razzaq was a Persian ambassador and traveler. He is known for his embassy to the courts of various rulers, including Samarqand, which was a significant city in Central Asia.

(C) Seydi Ali Reis - (I) Turkey:
Seydi Ali Reis was an Ottoman admiral and cartographer. As a traveler, he is associated with Turkey because of his connection to the Ottoman Empire.

(D) Peter Mundy - (II) England:
Peter Mundy was an English traveler and merchant. He is known for his extensive travels, including his journeys to the Middle East and Asia. Therefore, he is associated with England.