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Who is the author of the book 'The Discovery of India'?

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

Answer options

  1. Mahatma Gandhi
  2. B.R. Ambedkar
  3. Sardar Patel
  4. Jawaharlal Nehru

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Jawaharlal Nehru

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: (D) Jawaharlal Nehru šŸ“š Explanation: 'The Discovery of India' was written by Jawaharlal Nehru during his imprisonment at Ahmednagar Fort (1942ā€“1945). It is an extensive exploration of Indian history, philosophy, and culture from ancient times to the British Raj. The book is considered a masterpiece of literature and provides a deep insight into Nehru's vision for a modern, secular, and democratic India. It was later adapted into a famous television series, 'Bharat Ek Khoj'.