What are the contributions of Al Beruni to Indian history?
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The excerpt discusses the contribution of Islamic travelers, specifically Al Beruni, to the understanding of Indian history. It emphasizes the importance of historical sources and the construction of history by historians.
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Al-Biruni translated Sanskrit works, studied Indian culture and sciences, and documented these in 'Kitab al-Hind'.
Al-Biruni contributed to Indian history by translating Sanskrit texts into Arabic, writing treatises on Indian astronomy and mathematics, and documenting Indian culture and religion in his work 'Kitab al-Hind'.
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Al-Biruni contributed to Indian history by translating Sanskrit texts into Arabic, writing treatises on Indian astronomy and mathematics, and documenting Indian culture and religion in his work 'Kitab al-Hind'.
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Al-Biruni spent over a decade in India studying its science and culture, helping bridge the intellectual gap between different civilizations.
Sources
- Al-Biruni - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Al-Biruni's India - Shunya's Notes - blog.shunya.net
- Alberuni [973 CE - 1048 CE] | UPSC History Notes - BYJU'S - byjus.com
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