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The foreign traveler who visited India during the Mughal Period and who left us an expert’s description of the Peacock Throne, was

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Geronimo Veroneo
  2. Omrah’ Danishmand Khan
  3. Tavernier
  4. Austin of Bordeaux

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Tavernier

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Tavernier 📚 Explanation: Jean-Baptiste 'Tavernier' was a famous 17th-century French gem merchant and traveler who visited India during the reigns of Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb. As an expert in precious stones, he provided a highly detailed and technical description of the 'Peacock Throne'. His writings are an important source for Mughal wealth and art.