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Which medieval text, authored by Muhammad Aufi, is considered an important source for the maritime history of the 13th century?

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

Answer options

  1. Jawami-ul-Hikayat
  2. Chachnama
  3. Futuh-us-Salatin
  4. Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Jawami-ul-Hikayat

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Jawami-ul-Hikayat šŸ“š Explanation: 'Jawami-ul-Hikayat wa Lawami-ul-Riwayat' is a vast collection of anecdotes and historical stories compiled by Muhammad Aufi in the early 13th century. The work contains detailed references to maritime trade, navigation, and the use of the magnetic compass in the Indian Ocean. It provides a unique glimpse into the cultural and commercial links between the Islamic world and the Indian subcontinent.