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Who among the following was the French explorer who visited court of Emperor Shah Jahan and left a d...........

Ancient and Medival History Later Mughals and Advent of Europeans
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    Who among the following was the French explorer who visited court of Emperor Shah Jahan and left a detailed account of Takht-i-Taus (Peacock throne)?

    Jean-Baptiste Tavernier

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    Geronimo Verroneo

    Incorrect Answer

     Pierre-Jean Grosley

    Incorrect Answer

    Jean-Paul Dubois

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    Explanation:

    - Jean-Baptiste Tavernier: A French explorer and traveler, Tavernier visited the court of Emperor Shah Jahan and provided a detailed description of the Takht-i-Taus (Peacock Throne) in his accounts.

    - Geronimo Verroneo: An Italian traveler, known more for his alleged involvement in designing the Taj Mahal, not for accounts of the Peacock Throne.

    - Pierre-Jean Grosley: A French writer and historian, but not linked to visiting the Mughal court or describing the throne.

    - Jean-Paul Dubois: Not known for any accounts related to the Mughal Empire or the Peacock Throne.

    Answer: Option 1 - Jean-Baptiste Tavernier

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