Fa-Hien's visit to India is useful for information about which period?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Gupta period
Fa-Hien, a Chinese Buddhist pilgrim, travelled in India during the reign of Chandragupta II, generally placed in the Gupta period. His account offers observations about Buddhist sites, religious life, travel, and aspects of society, although it reflects his interests as a pilgrim and should be compared with other evidence. He did not visit during the Indus, early Mauryan, or later Chola periods named in the distractors.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Gupta period
Why is this the correct answer?
Fa-Hien, a Chinese Buddhist pilgrim, travelled in India during the reign of Chandragupta II, generally placed in the Gupta period. His account offers observations about Buddhist sites, religious life, travel, and aspects of society, although it reflects his interests as a pilgrim and should be compared with other evidence. He did not visit during the Indus, early Mauryan, or later Chola periods named in the distractors.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 History question. Chapter: Writing and City Life.
